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Transmissions are complex pieces of equipment. Systems and components rely heavily on one another, and everything needs to be in working order for proper function. When one thing fails, there’s a snowball effect, and malfunctions and damages begin to occur. What can you do to make sure you keep it working? At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ, we want to help when you need it, but we also want to teach you how to maintain your vehicle on your own. Good maintenance is the single largest contributing factor to how long your transmission will last and how well it will continue to work. Here are a few key points on maintenance from the GC Automotive & Performance technicians.

Automatic transmissions aren’t well understood outside of specialists like our technicians here at GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ. While it would be impossible to teach you enough to make you a transmission expert in a quick article, what we can do is give you the fundamental knowledge you need to have a good idea of what your transmission is doing and how it works. Being able to understand how your transmission works will help you identify any problems that may arise to prevent further wear and tear on your vehicle.

If you drive a performance car or SUV, you want to take every measure possible to ensure it stays in good shape and running well. For many drivers of precision-engineered vehicles like BMW, Audi, Porsche, Subaru, etc., warming up the engine is a part of taking care of your vehicle. But is it necessary?

If you drive, you’re eventually going to have to deal with a flat tire. Flat tires often come at the most inconvenient times but knowing what to do and how to handle them will help you be comfortable when the need arises. So if you find yourself with a flat, here’s what to do next, from GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ.

Are the tires on your diesel truck any good? At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ, we want you to be able to spot the difference between a good tire and one that needs to be replaced. Here’s a quick guide on what to watch out for.

Regardless of the weather, it's important to maintain your coolant system. At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, we offer the full range of coolant system services, from coolant testing to system flushing. Here’s what you need to know about servicing your cooling system.

The condition of your transmission fluid can tell you a lot about the condition of the transmission itself. At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ, we want to help you be aware of what to look for and what we look for when servicing your transmission.

At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ, we understand that driving style affects your vehicle’s performance and reliability. You probably know that frequent, hard acceleration is bad for your engine and transmission, but what about speed?