Automotive Industry News & Information - Glenn's Auto & Truck Repair

If there’s an issue with your diesel fuel system, the most important thing to remember is to fix it sooner rather than later. With gas engines, you can often power through a fuel issue for quite some time - they’re irritating, but not often permanently damaging. Diesel systems are a little more important, and parts rely heavily on one another to avoid damage and keep working properly, as well as maintenance and repair from professional technicians.

While keeping your car, truck, or SUV looking nice is important, there are other reasons to keep the exterior of your vehicle in good shape. From Glenn's Auto & Truck Repair in Petaluma, CA, here are some tips for keeping your car looking good, and how that keeps it reliably on the road.

The catalytic converter is an essential piece of equipment on any modern vehicle. At Glenn's Auto & Truck Repair in Petaluma, CA, our team of professional technicians are able to diagnose and repair any catalytic converter issues your Chevrolet, Dodge, or Ford diesel pickup may be experiencing.

At Glenn's Auto & Truck Repair in Petaluma, transmissions are our game, and taking care of them is at the top of our list of priorities. Here are 5 things you can do to take care of your transmission, from the pros:

In the market for a new car, truck, or SUV? Used cars aren’t always what they seem; here’s some advice from Glenn's Auto & Truck Repair in Petaluma to make sure you get the used car of your dreams.

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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, Glenn's Auto & Truck Repair in Petaluma, CA has a few tips to help you get there.

Most commercial diesel engines these days are turbocharged. Turbos dramatically increase power and efficiency, particularly on diesel engines, which makes them a must-have item on engines that rely heavily on both. However, sometimes issues arise in turbo systems; at Glenn's Auto & Truck Repair in Petaluma, we can fix that.

Part of maintaining your vehicle is keeping its safety devices in good working order, especially when there are kids in the car. Seat belts, window locks, and airbag sensors work together to keep children safe in an automobile. Though safety components are generally very reliable, they do occasionally fail. Glenn's Auto & Truck Repair in Petaluma is here when they do; here are some things to watch out for.