Automotive Industry News & Information - Van Meter Auto Repair

One of the more annoying issues a car, truck, or SUV will develop is a grinding or scraping sound when you hit the brakes. What is it, and how do you make it stop? At Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ we have the answer.

Oil changes are integral to the performance, longevity, and reliability of your diesel truck. At Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, our expert mechanics understand the importance of good quality oil, changed at correct intervals, in allowing you to get the most out of your Cummins, Powerstroke, or Duramax diesel.

If you drive a lightweight car, truck, or SUV, the torque converter you have installed is probably just fine. For those of you with more heavy-duty applications, like high horsepower setups or towing rigs, the stock converter may not be enough. At Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ, we can help with that.

If you drive performance or luxury vehicle (Subaru, BMW, Mercedes, Porsche, Land Rover, etc.) you’re aware that you have a complex and precision-engineered machine. When things start to go wrong, sometimes they go wrong in a hurry. Here are some things to watch out for, from Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ.

Keeping your tires properly inflated and regularly checking the tread can save you money and keep you safe! At Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ we want to keep you and everyone in your car safe. Let us help you keep your tires maintained at their best.

Flat tires are a huge inconvenience. The only thing worse than having a flat on your way home from work is having to wait on a tow truck to come to get you. Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ wants to give you some tips on how to change your own tire so that you can keep money in your pocket and get your car back on the road.

Whether you drive a Porsche, Audi, BMW, Subaru, Land Rover, or other performance and luxury vehicles, your ball joints are an essential part of your car or SUVs performance and safety. From us at Van Meter Auto Repair, here’s what to watch out for, to make sure your ball joints are in shape and ready to go.

Diesel engines are known for their reliability - that’s probably at least partially why you bought one. However, like all things, diesels and their components wear out eventually. Fortunately, the technicians at Van Meter Auto Repair in Mantua, NJ have you covered. Here are some fuel system issues to watch out for.