Automotive News & Information - Voorhees Auto Repair

Everyone from mechanics, to your uncle that works on cars, has at some point given you advice concerning engine oil. The fact of the matter is that while we are familiar with words like “synthetic” and “oil weight,” many people don’t know exactly what the terminology means, or why common knowledge about oil exists in the form that it does. At Voorhees Auto Repair LLC in Voorhees, NJ, we keep things clear and simple. The more you know about your vehicle, the better equipped you are to keep it maintained, and we know a thing or two about vehicles. We have compiled a short list of common myths for you, most of which you’ve heard, but maybe never second guessed.

Trucks aren’t like cars...your average personal vehicle usually holds about 5 quarts of oil, and you are supposed to change it every 3-5k miles. However, the same logic doesn’t apply to large trucks. At Voorhees Auto Repair LLC in Voorhees, NJ, we know how important proper oil changes and diagnostics are to keep your truck on the road, for hundreds of thousands of miles. Here’s what you need to know:

What is your flywheel, and when do you need to replace it? Voorhees Auto Repair LLC in Voorhees, NJ has the answers you’re looking for.

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Whether we’re talking about your engine, transmission, differential, suspension, or otherwise, correct specifications are necessary to keep your car, truck, or SUV reliable, drivable, and running smoothly. From our team here at Voorhees Auto Repair LLC in Voorhees, NJ, here’s what you need to know.

Exhaust systems are one of the most neglected aspects of most vehicles. Exhaust pipes, catalytic converters, and mufflers are exposed to heat, emissions, and road damage. While your exhaust system is fairly simple and straightforward, these conditions mean it is inherently prone to rust and damage. As a result, this system is often one of the first systems you will have trouble with on your car.

There may come a day when you go to shift your vehicle out of “Park”, and the shifter refuses to move. Perhaps you are already experiencing this issue intermittently, or currently have a vehicle stuck in park. While this is a serious inconvenience, it doesn’t necessarily indicate a serious problem; let Voorhees Auto Repair LLC in Voorhees, NJ put your mind at ease.

Fuel injection is one of the greatest innovations in automotive technology to date. From Voorhees Auto Repair LLC in Voorhees, NJ, here’s a little more information on the fuel injector.

Though transmissions are generally reliable, there are a great number of issues that can develop with one. From Voorhees Auto Repair LLC in Voorhees, NJ, here’s a general overview of the types of problems your transmission may develop, all of which we service and repair.