Automotive Industry News & Information - Total Performance Inc

Did you know that airbags weren't mandatory safety equipment in passenger vehicles until 1997? Now, you'll find them in well over 100 million cars and trucks on the road. Since their invention, airbags, along with the seat belt, have played a major role in reducing the number of injuries and deaths in traffic collisions.

Fluid levels, tire condition, dashboard lights, and a variety of other items typically are briefly explored whenever you bring your vehicle in for maintenance here at Total Performance Inc in Mahwah, NJ, where we are good at noticing things that need repair, but the fact of the matter is that only you know your car. You know when your car feels off when it's been serviced last (or that it hasn't been serviced at all,) and have at least some vague idea of what’s going on with your vehicle day to day. Here are some questions you can ask us next time you come by the shop;

Here at Total Performance Inc in Mahwah, NJ 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.

At Total Performance Inc in Mahwah, NJ, our mechanics have diagnosed and repaired every transmission problem in the book. We’d like to pass some of our knowledge along to you, in order to help you understand your transmission a little better. Here, we discuss the synchronizers in your manual transmission, and how to know if one of yours is faulty.

Has the day finally come to replace your engine? If your engine is tired, worn out, and problematic, we can help at Total Performance Inc . First, let's take a look at remanufactured engines; what they are, what ‘remanufactured’ means and why they’re a great way to give your car a new life.

Travelling can be difficult, and traveling can be fun. The difference usually comes down to how much preparation you do in advance, and how many unplanned obstacles you meet along the way. A great way to avoid setbacks, mishaps, and stressful situations is to make sure your car, truck, or SUV is ready to hit the road. Here are some important points to check before travelling, from Total Performance Inc in Mahwah, NJ.

Your drive belts run everything - your AC, power steering, alternator, and water pump are all dependent on the belts that turn them. At Total Performance Inc in Mahwah, NJ, our goal is to keep your truck maintained, so you’re never stuck out on the road. Drive belts are a critical part of that goal.

I know you hate it when you can't avoid them and hit those potholes in the road? But did you know how much damage they cause your vehicle? There is a lot of money being spent on vehicle damage due to potholes. Here at Total Performance Inc , we are the leader in Mahwah, NJ for the service and repair of automotive issues resulting from road damage. We know the kind of damage that can be done, so if you suspect something is wrong with your car or truck, it’s always a good idea to stop by so we can take a quick look.