Automotive News & Information - Joppa Transmission & Auto Service

Good gas mileage is something we all want. In fact, many drivers purchase certain cars solely for gas mileage, and almost all of us at least take it into consideration when purchasing a vehicle. While it is true that gas mileage is by and large determined simply by the type of car, there are actually a variety of things you can do to increase the gas mileage of any automobile. The tips Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne want to provide you here are simple and effective steps you can take to increase your gas mileage, often more considerably than you think.

air pressure guage with mechanic putting air in tires

Good tire maintenance is important. At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, we know how to make tires last, and why it’s important to service them regularly. An easy and effective aspect of tire maintenance is correct air pressure; here’s what you need to know.

At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, we know that keeping up with required maintenance schedules is the difference between a truck that lasts a few years and a truck that stays strong for decades.

Regular maintenance checks of your vehicle will help you avoid a catalytic converter that looks like this resulting in large repair costs which is what our team here at Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne want to avoid at all costs! We feel that every customer has a need to know what repairs are in their future and exactly how to budget for them if need be so we check your vehicle thoroughly and keep you informed.

There are several indicators that your catalytic converter isn't functioning at maximum capacity such as:

At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, we know an important part of your ability to care for your transmission lies in your knowledge about how it works. Here is some information on the tow button, if your car, truck, or SUV is equipped with one.

Transmissions rarely go out without a warning. Typically it takes a while, during which time there will be observable symptoms. Sometimes it’s an easy fix and sometimes it isn’t, but it’s always better to catch an issue and get it repaired as soon as possible. Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD has provided you with a few things to watch out for.

Transmission fluid leaks can often be a pain to track down. If you have a leaky transmission, Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD has some information for you on what you can expect. We’ve repaired countless leaky transmissions, and now we’re here to share some of our knowledge with you.

We all love the sunshine but getting into that HOT car isn't always so wonderful even when you have a remote start it will take the breath out of you when the temperatures are soaring. Makes you want to pack your lunch instead of meeting friends for lunch! We decided that you should meet friends for lunch! So we got together and found some quick ideas for you. It isn't much but enjoy the sunshine on us here at Joppa Transmission & Auto Service here in Joppatowne! Call it our fun day fact!