Automotive Industry News & Information - East Coast Auto Care, LLC

A huge part of what the hydraulic system in your transmission does is tell the mechanical components what to do and when to do it. Even if you don't understand how that works, our technicians at East Coast Auto Care in Jacksonville, FL have trained with the best to make sure they understand all the ins and outs of your system. We want you to understand what we're talking about when we talk to you about your vehicle so we'll break down some aspects of your hydraulic system.

Checking the fluid level on your transmission is fairly easy, but a bit more complicated than checking your oil. Firstly, this only applies to automatic transmissions, and secondly, some modern vehicles don’t have dipsticks or dipstick tubes to check and add transmission fluid. With that in mind, here are some tips from East Coast Auto Care in Jacksonville, FL in regard to checking your transmission fluid.

There are a few things that matter when mounting new tires on your truck or commercial vehicle. First, you want it done right. Second, you want it done fast. For both, East Coast Auto Care in Jacksonville, FL has you covered. We've been trained to do it right the first time and make sure you're satisfied.

Obviously, the dirtier your fuel system is, the bigger the improvement you will see in performance and fuel economy after a fuel system cleaning. But it is important not to wait until your system is running poorly. If you do, by the time you get a cleaning, you’ve wasted hundreds of dollars in gas or even possibly damaged your fuel injectors and catalytic converter.

Wheel bearings are an often overlooked, but incredibly important component on your diesel truck; and when one begins to fail, other problems begin to arise. East Coast Auto Care in Jacksonville has the information you need to recognize a problem before it turns into a bigger one. Here’s what to look out for:

It’s no secret, commercial truck tires are expensive. The good news is, if one of your tires is experiencing issues, East Coast Auto Care in Jacksonville has you covered. We want to make sure your fleet stays fully operational and you on the road! Here are some things to keep your eye on when it comes to your tires and tips to keep your tires lasting.

While fuel pump issues are common, they often get misdiagnosed. What is your fuel pump, how do you know if yours is bad, and what should you do about it? At East Coast Auto Care in Jacksonville, FL, we are going to make sure that you are an informed driver so you know what to look for and what you should do about it.

There are multiple types of tires on the market for almost every car, truck, or SUV. Once you decide it's time to replace your tires, the choice can be overwhelming. The type of tire you want depends on a variety of factors, from climate to how you drive. At East Coast Auto Care in Jacksonville, FL, our technicians have been trained to help you make that choice. Here’s a short rundown of common street tires that will suit your needs.