Automotive Industry News & Information - CP Diesel & Auto

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Mechanic working on the brakes of a truck

Brake pads are important - you don’t need them to go, but you do need them to stop. At CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL, we like to keep your vehicle stopping exactly as it should - it’s less dangerous, and it keeps insurance premiums low. So, how do you know if your brake pads are going bad? How do they work? What even are they? We’ve got the answers!

Once your new tires are mounted and balanced, you’ll want to keep them in good shape. To get the most out of your tires, inspect them regularly and keep up with maintenance - the difference between a tire that lasts 100k miles, and one that lasts 10k, mostly comes down to how well it’s been taken care of.

Once your engine is installed, you’ll want to keep it running right. CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL has you covered. Sometimes, engines just wear out - however, most of the time they meet an early demise as a result of improper maintenance. Keep your engine running like new by maintaining it the way your technician recommends.

Diesel engines are known for their durability, but even the best engine has to be replaced every once in a while. At CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL, we want you to be aware of signs that your engine is about to call it quits.

Is your engine on the way out? If it’s already kicked the bucket, then case closed - however, there are a number of other indicators that your engine is about to go, even if it’s still running at the moment. From CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL, here are some signs of trouble that predict an imminent engine failure is in the cards for your car, truck, or SUV.

Your tires are obviously important. However, it’s often underappreciated how much of a difference they make in the ride quality of your car, truck, or SUV, and what they can tell you about the condition of your vehicle. At CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL, we like to keep you well informed on what your vehicle is telling you, and how to keep it in good shape. Your tires have a lot to do with that.