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Something will go wrong with your car, truck, or SUV eventually. The important thing is knowing what to do, and how to deal with it. Just knowing what to do in a situation often means the difference between a quick repair and thousands of dollars worth of work. If you see steam coming from under the hood, it’s important to deal with it appropriately and quickly. Here’s what’s going on, and what to do, from GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ.

Transmission trouble codes are particularly annoying to the average driver. You might know what a misfire is, but what does it mean when you get a code for a failed governor pressure solenoid? Fortunately, GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ is here to help.

Modern cars are marvels of technological ability. If you drive a luxury or performance vehicle, you especially understand how advanced cars and SUVs have become. At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ, we provide what run of the mill service centers can’t; a deep understanding of luxury and performance vehicles, and the equipment necessary to care for them.

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At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ, we understand the importance of doing things right. That’s why we are in the business of hiring ASE certified technicians. After all, your car, truck or SUV is only as good as the quality of service it receives.

If your transmission isn’t shifting correctly, you’ll want to be careful about how you choose to proceed. The best thing to do is turn the vehicle off and have a professional take a look at it, but if that isn’t an option, there are some steps you can take to ensure nothing gets damaged. At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ we can take a look at your issues and also give you some tips on what to do when that option isn't available yet.

Whether you drive a Cummins, Duramax, or Powerstroke diesel truck, there’s a good chance you’re familiar with turbochargers. Over the past couple of decades, turbos have nearly become stock equipment on diesel pickups, and are becoming increasingly common on gas vehicles as well. But what are they, how do they work, and why are they there? GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ has the answers.

At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ, we have seen our fair share of preventable engine failures. Frequently, engine disaster could have been avoided if the driver had known beforehand what the warning lights or gauges on the dashboard indicated. While some dash lights are fairly benign, others indicate imminent trouble. This guide from GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ will prepare you for the next time your vehicle shows you a warning you shouldn’t ignore.

Charging and electrical systems, particularly on luxury and performance cars, are the most intricate and complex systems on your vehicle. It takes highly trained technicians armed with the right equipment to properly diagnose and repair electrical issues on high-end vehicles such as Porsche, Audi, BMW, MINI, VW, and Subaru. At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township we have the technicians and the tools you need to get the job done right.