Automotive News & Information - South Mountain Collision & Auto Center

Transmission work is a world of precision and attention to detail. Transmission specialists, like the technicians at South Mountain Collision & Auto Center in Middletown, MD, chose to specialize in transmission work partly because they have a knack for both. It’s just one of the things that make us the best in the business.

When you think about diesel engines, you probably think about large trucks and machinery, and maybe a few oddball cars over the years. So how long has diesel really been around, and why is it used the way it is today? More specifically, why should you choose a diesel engine for your needs? Here at South Mountain Collision & Auto Center in Middletown, MD, we discuss this with customers often based on their unique needs along with the history of the diesel engine.

It’s important to keep you Duramax, Cummins, or Power stroke diesel in shape and running strong. Let the technicians at South Mountain Collision & Auto Center in Middletown, MD keep your Chevy, Ford, or Ram pickup in great shape and ready for anything.

Keeping our customers safe and on the road is our goal at South Mountain Collision & Auto Center in Middletown, MD. When something goes wrong with your engine or your vehicle's electrical system, your car will usually let you know immediately. However, when the rubber meets the road, you need to know that your tires are in great shape as well.

Your Ram, Chevy, or Ford diesel pickup is a big truck. All that weight takes some strong stopping power and takes its toll on your brake pads - especially if you ever pull a trailer or carry heavy loads. Whenever you need a brake job, South Mountain Collision & Auto Center in Middletown, MD has your back.

Your injectors are the mechanism that delivers fuel into the cylinders of your diesel engine. As such, they’re clearly important. At South Mountain Collision & Auto Center in Middletown, MD, we will diagnose, maintain, and repair any injector issues you may be experiencing with your commercial or fleet trucks, in a timely and professional manner.

Losing a belt on the road can turn a small problem into a big one instantly. At South Mountain Collision & Auto Center in Middletown, we know efficient and cost-effective operation begins with preventative maintenance.

Here at South Mountain Collision & Auto Center in Middletown, MD when your vehicle has a problem we know you want answers, and when it comes to information on pistons or engine building, most of our drivers know little about it. However, there’s some practical information regarding modern engine design that helps you better care for your vehicle, and keep it going strong. Here are some important aspects of modern piston design, and what it means for you that we felt might come in handy.