Automotive News & Information - ABC Transmission & Auto Care / Auto Body

Sometimes, it’s obvious when you need new brakes and sometimes it isn’t. Knowing what to look for and what causes issues will help keep you safe and remind you of when you should get your brakes checked out. Here are some symptoms of bad brakes, and what causes the issue from ABC Transmission & Auto Care / Auto Body in Atlantic Beach, FL.

Have you always wondered what a spark plug does? Our team here at ABC Transmission & Auto Care / Auto Body is here to help you out. It's simple in theory but does quite a lot of work for such a small piece of equipment. Your spark plug forces electricity to arc across a gap like a bolt of lightning at high voltage and fits into your engine's cylinder head, where it “sparks” to ignite the fuel and creates combustion within your engine. Without it, you wouldn't be able to drive your car or truck.

Brake pads are important - you don’t need them to go, but you do need them to stop. At ABC Transmission & Auto Care / Auto Body in Atlantic Beach, 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!

It’s no secret, commercial truck tires are expensive. The good news is, if one of your tires is experiencing issues, ABC Transmission & Auto Care / Auto Body in Atlantic Beach has you covered. We want to make sure your fleet stays fully operational and you on the road! Here are some things to keep your eye on when it comes to your tires and tips to keep your tires lasting.

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Eventually, the time comes to replace your car, truck, or SUV. Often, you’ll decide to go used to save some money. This can either be a great financial decision, but it takes a little more groundwork to make sure you’re getting a good deal and a reliable vehicle. From researching, to test driving, to inspecting a used vehicle, ABC Transmission & Auto Care / Auto Body in Atlantic Beach, FL has a few tips to help you get there.

At ABC Transmission & Auto Care / Auto Body in Atlantic Beach, FL, it’s important to us that your car, truck, or SUV is ready for any condition. Coolant flushes are an important part of getting your vehicle ready for winter - here’s why.

Your brake master cylinder is an integral part of your brake system. When one fails, some odd symptoms may arise, and it may be difficult to diagnose. Here’s some information to help you decide if yours has gone bad. At ABC Transmission & Auto Care / Auto Body in Atlantic Beach, FL we want you to know what to look out for so that you can be safely on the road.

A light on the dash that doesn't say - washer fluid is low immediately panics you right? It can happen when you don't keep up with standard maintenance and with older vehicles, you see it due to the age of the vehicle, however here at ABC Transmission & Auto Care / Auto Body in Atlantic Beach, we like to keep you driving happy and listening to your favorite songs or talking to friends and family worry-free! Here are some quick tips and hard lines in the sand that you do not need to ignore.