Automotive News & Information - Van Meter Auto Repair

Do you need new brake pads? Most of the time, if you think you do, the answer is yes. While a lot of auto parts stores sell brake pads with lifetime warranties, don’t be misled...brake pads will still wear down.

Chevrolet, Ford and Ram diesel pickups are well-built machines. Still, sometimes they break down. Here’s what you can do to prevent that from happening and reduce the cost of a more expensive repair. At Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ our diesel customers are important to us and we want your diesel to last you.

Your Chevy, Ram or Ford pickup is equipped with an Electronic Control Unit, or ECU, that acts as the “brain” of your diesel truck. At Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ, we have the technology, technicians, and equipment necessary to reprogram and service even the most sophisticated electronic controls.

While transmissions are extremely complicated and it takes a professional hand to work on one, taking care of the one you have isn’t difficult. At Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ, we understand the importance of caring for your transmission properly, so that it stays in good condition for as long as possible.

mechanic working on ball joints on a vehicle

If you own or operate a fleet of vehicles or a commercial truck, chances are you’ve encountered a bad ball joint or two. How do you catch one before it breaks, and why is it important? Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ has the answers.

For all the new drivers on the road, young and old, Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ would like to welcome you to the automotive community. Here are a few wise words to live by, to make your entrance into the driving world go as smoothly as possible.

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

The engine in your Chevrolet, Dodge, or Ford diesel pickup is the heart and soul of your truck. At Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ, we repair, rebuild, and replace engines with quality parts and builds, keeping your truck on the road for years to come.