Automotive Industry News & Information - CP Diesel & Auto

Hitting a pothole always hurts - you may not be sure exactly what happens when you hit a pothole, but you can tell it’s not good for your car, truck, or SUV. Here are issues caused by potholes, and what to watch out for if you hit a really rough one, from CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL.

There comes a time in the life of every fleet vehicle or commercial truck when you have to decide - is it time to retire that truck or van, or should you put the money into fixing it? At CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL, we’re here to help.

I know you hate it when you can't avoid them and hit those potholes in the road? But did you know how much damage they cause your vehicle? There is a lot of money being spent on vehicle damage due to potholes. Here at CP Diesel & Auto, we are the leader in St Cloud, FL for the service and repair of automotive issues resulting from road damage. We know the kind of damage that can be done, so if you suspect something is wrong with your car or truck, it’s always a good idea to stop by so we can take a quick look.

At some point, you’re gonna get a flat tire. It’s just a hazard of driving. At CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL, we like to do what we can to keep you and your vehicle ready for anything. Here’s what you should do.

If you own or operate a fleet or commercial truck, you’ve likely experienced your fair share of breakdowns and malfunctions on the road. However, there’s a good chance those time consuming and expensive issues were completely avoidable, and your vehicle was warning you of an imminent issue all along. Here are some important tips from CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL

Your vehicle's engine needs clean air to burn the fuel – and it needs a lot of clean air. In fact, a typical vehicle needs about 216,000 gallons of air for every tank of gas. All that air passes through a filter that catches the dust and dirt. Eventually, the filter gets completely full, and because the filter can only hold so much, dirt starts getting through. At CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, we ensure you get the best air quality in your vehicle and explain the process of where this dirty air is going to our area drivers.

At CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL, we understand how frustrating it is when your vehicle makes mysterious noises that it shouldn’t be making. Here’s a rundown on suspension bushings, to help you figure out what that sound is you keep hearing.

Your truck’s alignment is an essential aspect of its reliability and ride quality. From CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL, here’s what you should know about the alignment on your Chevrolet, Dodge, or Ford diesel pickup, from symptoms to keep an eye on, to how it affects your vehicle.