Automotive Industry News & Information - Joppa Transmission & Auto Service

Here at Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne we often do diagnostics and sometimes the problem is obvious after hooking the car up to the computer and reading the codes. However, sometimes it isn't obvious during a test drive or after hooking it up to all those computer programs! You know there is a problem and a Check Engine Light is on with the fleet customer telling you the car has been having issues starting and the light has been going off and on depending on several factors. No pattern, no simple answer but the problem becomes obvious when you start following the "threads of the issue" thanks to all that ASE Technician training.

Obviously, your brakes are essential. However, it’s easy to neglect or ignore brake issues, and even miss them altogether; as long as the truck still stops, many people don’t see the need to have their brakes serviced. From Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD, here are some common brake issues, and why you should fix them.

Nobody knows your vehicle better than you; if you suspect it isn’t driving the way it used to, there’s a good chance you’re correct. The truth of the matter is there are countless reasons and remedies for such a broad subject, but Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD has compiled a list of a few common problems that can cause a vehicle to drive poorly.

When you think about diesel engines, you probably think about large trucks and machinery, and maybe a few oddball cars over the years. So how long has diesel really been around, and why is it used the way it is today? At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD, we have the answers.

Good steering is an underrated and often neglected aspect of commercial truck driving. At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, we believe in making sure you have the best truck possible, whether you’re hauling something across town or across the country.

The exhaust on your truck is an important series of components, that work together to ensure smooth, reliable operation. At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, we also know that exhaust systems are especially susceptible to damage and rust; pipes, mufflers, and other parts are exposed to hazards on the road, and to the environment. This situation, combined with caustic emissions and extreme heat, creates a perfect opportunity for problems to arise.

There comes a time in the life of every fleet vehicle or commercial truck when you have to decide - is it time to retire that truck or van, or should you put the money into fixing it? At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD, we’re here to help.

Now that you’ve got an idea of the components that make up a diesel system, and what they do, understanding how the system works in a more cohesive way isn’t difficult. At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne we understand what’s going on in your fuel system while your diesel engine is running.