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

Does your car, truck, or SUV shift at the wrong moment? East Coast Auto Care in Jacksonville has the solution. Shift point issues can manifest themselves in two ways; either your car will rapidly shift through several or all the gears at low speed, low rpm, getting to the highest gear before you’ve gained enough momentum, or shifts will be delayed, the transmission refusing to shift until far into the RPM range.

Manual transmissions have been around for a long time and if you have ever driven a manual you know how exciting they can be. Manual transmissions have also been referred to as standard transmissions, stick shifts, manual gearbox, or a simple gearbox. No matter what you call it, manual transmissions are fun to drive, better on fuel, reliable, and somewhat safer. So what do you know about manual transmissions; where did they come from, and how do they work? East Coast Auto Care in Jacksonville, FL knows, and now you will too.

Windshield wipers are one of those things that you never think about until you need them. From East Coast Auto Care in Jacksonville, here’s a reminder to keep yours in good shape, so you’re ready when weather strikes.

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Good steering is an underrated, and often neglected aspect of driving. At East Coast Auto Care in Jacksonville, FL, we believe in making sure you have the best vehicle possible, whether you’re driving across town or traveling long distance.

Tires are often neglected, but easy to maintain. As long as they work, most people don’t really think about them. However, if you take care to properly maintain your vehicle and your tires, they will last much, much longer. At East Coast Auto Care in Jacksonville, FL, we see all too often the results of poor tire maintenance, and the result is expensive new tires. Here’s what you can do to make sure you don’t become part of that statistic.

Transmissions may experience an array of issues, some more serious (or annoying) than others. Since transmissions play a vital role in the operation of your vehicle, it's important to know what to look out for. If your transmission is shuddering, here’s some advice from our team here at East Coast Auto Care in Jacksonville, FL.

In life, you learn that more expensive doesn’t always mean better. When it comes to transmission fluid, does it matter? Are name brand fluids better than the cheapest option? East Coast Auto Care in Jacksonville, FL has the answers.

With AAA, roadside assistance, and the decreasing ability of people to fix and maintain their own vehicles, there are a lot of people on the road today who don’t know how to change a tire. Removing your wheel and replacing it with your spare may seem like a daunting task, but with this guide from East Coast Auto Care in Jacksonville, FL, you’ll have the knowledge you need when you find yourself in a bind.