Automotive Industry News & Information - Van Meter Auto Repair

While fleet trucks and vehicles tend to persist as some of the more simplistic vehicles on the road, the modernization and computerization of the automotive world has not left them untouched. These days, everything is equipped with computer systems, sensors, modules, and more. At Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ, our professional technicians have the knowledge, equipment, and ability necessary to provide the accurate and vital diagnostics required to keep your fleet on the road.

With the seasonal impacts and weather changes, a lot of wear can go into your wiper blades. Are your blades leaving behind streaks? Scraping noises when they rub against the windshield? Or the most obvious sign, is the blade fraying and cracking? It’s time to ask yourself; do I need new wiper blades? Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ is here to help.

At Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ, precision and quality are our top priorities. That’s why we always employ ASE certified technicians - but what does that mean for you?

These days, it seems like the oil options for your oil changes are limitless - full synthetic, blends, conventional, high mileage, and the list goes on and on. We are frequently asked if it's okay to switch between oils, and how you know what is okay to use? At Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ we're here to help you answer that question. When it comes to engine oil, the answer to this question can be as complicated or as simple as you want it to be!

Keeping your fuel system maintained will prevent premature parts failure and poor running conditions. Here are some important aspects of diesel fuel system maintenance, to keep your fleet running smoothly. While your system and components should typically be serviced by a professional technician, there are some things you can be conscious of that will go a long way toward keeping your engine in good shape.

At some point, you’re gonna get a flat tire. It’s just a hazard of driving. At Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ, we like to do what we can to keep you and your vehicle ready for anything. Here’s what you should do.

Diesel trucks are known for their incredibly reliable engines. At Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, we know that the key to a reliable engine is good maintenance. In fleet trucks, the difference between a truck that lasts a million miles and a truck that needs new engine hinges on how well it has been maintained.

If your transmission isn’t shifting correctly, you’ll want to be careful about how you choose to proceed. The best thing to do is turn the vehicle off and have a professional take a look at it, but if that isn’t an option, there are some steps you can take to ensure nothing gets damaged. At Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ we can take a look at your issues and also give you some tips on what to do when that option isn't available yet.