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

Car enthusiasts would argue that "those were the days". Everything you drove was built like a tank and had the chrome on it so you enjoyed washing it but NO power steering. For most of us, it is hard to remember life without power steering – cranking those great big steering wheels? It was a pretty good workout. Now power steering is standard. The heart of any power steering system is its pump. The pump pressurizes the power steering fluid that provides assistance for steering. Most pumps are driven by a belt that is run by the engine – a few are electrically powered. A high-pressure hose passes fluid from the pump to the steering gear. A low-pressure hose returns the fluid back to the pump. Here at Glenn's Auto & Truck Repair in Petaluma, CA we know that you depend on that power steering and check your fluid & hoses religiously!

Every car, truck, van, and SUV on the road today has headlights. However, you've probably noticed an increase in different types of headlights in more recent years - gone are the days where every vehicle on the road had the same bulb. Here is some information on headlights, from Glenn's Auto & Truck Repair in Petaluma, CA.

One of the more annoying issues a car, truck, or SUV will develop is a grinding or scraping sound when you hit the brakes. What is it, and how do you make it stop? At Glenn's Auto & Truck Repair in Petaluma, CA we have the answer.

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.