Automotive News & Information - Total Performance Inc

At Total Performance Inc in Mahwah, NJ, we are here to maintain and repair your vehicle. We’re also here to help you keep your car, truck, or SUV in good shape and running strong. “Bad gas” is often cited as the cause for a variety of issues - but what does that mean, and what can you do?

Alignment is the position of your wheels in relation to your vehicle and how they interact with the road. When your vehicle is properly aligned, your wheels will point in the same direction as the vehicle. To maintain proper control of your car, you must keep your wheels in proper alignment. Otherwise, steering will become difficult, your tires will wear unevenly and your fuel economy will decrease.

Your drivetrain is where most of the process of moving your vehicle occurs. The drivetrain includes all the parts powered by the engine to turn the wheels, including the transmission, axles, or driveshafts that combine efforts to propel your car forward (or backward, when you’re in reverse.) At Total Performance Inc in Mahwah, NJ, our drivetrain specialists are well equipped to keep your car, truck, or SUV reliably on the road and running smoothly along.

At Total Performance Inc in Mahwah, we aren’t concentrated solely on repair and maintenance. Our expert mechanics also specialize in custom applications, for drivers seeking to take their driving experience to the next level.

If you own a rear-wheel-drive car, truck, or SUV then your vehicle is equipped with a differential. Like any other component on your car, maintaining your differential is an important aspect of keeping your vehicle reliably on the road. From Total Performance Inc in Mahwah, NJ, here’s what you need to know.

Do you have a performance car, truck, or SUV that you’re looking to upgrade? A stall converter might be your next step; from Total Performance Inc in Mahwah, NJ, here’s what you need to know.

Are you considering upgrading to a better transmission on your classic? Total Performance Inc in Mahwah, NJ can help.

If you drive something old, there’s a good chance it has fewer gears than you’d like. With all the 6 and 8 speed transmissions on the road today, it’s hard to imagine that just a few decades ago we were getting by with just 2 or 3 gears. These days, there are some simple swap options - here are some things for you to consider.

In the realm of performance engines, valve adjustments are an essential part of keeping your car running its best. When you add customization to the mix, valve timing becomes even more critical, and it’s important the technician adjusting them really knows their stuff. At Total Performance Inc in Mahwah, NJ, we’ve got you covered.