Automatic transmissions are the default now - with efficiency approaching or surpassing that of manual transmissions, and automatics with 8 or 10 electronically controlled gears, it’s no surprise they’ve gained so much popularity over the past few decades. But where did it all start? Total Performance Inc in Mahwah, NJ has the answers.

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Transmissions are complex, and over time they will wear out and eventually break. Knowing what to look for will play a key role in preventing your transmission from failing prematurely. At Total Performance Inc in Mahwah, NJ we want to give you some insight on how your transmission works and how it can fail.

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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 Total Performance Inc in Mahwah, NJ, here are some tips for keeping your car looking good, and how that keeps it reliably on the road.

Manual transmissions have been around for a long time and if you have ever driven a manual you know how exciting they can be. Manual transmissions have also been referred to as standard transmissions, stick shifts, manual gearbox, or a simple gearbox. No matter what you call it, manual transmissions are fun to drive, better on fuel, reliable, and somewhat safer. So what do you know about manual transmissions; where did they come from, and how do they work? Total Performance Inc in Mahwah, NJ knows, and now you will too.

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The best way to keep your car out of the repair facility with major repair problems is to follow a basic vehicle care maintenance schedule. It is recommended that you make general visual inspections and stay on top of vehicle maintenance items. The skilled automotive technicians at Total Performance Inc in Mahwah, NJ can assist with basic vehicle maintenance and more complex repairs. Feel free to give us a call or come by at your convenience if you have any questions.

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Manual transmissions are durable, reliable pieces of equipment. Still, sometimes problems arise. Total Performance Inc in Mahwah has the answer to a question that plagues many manual transmissions; why does my transmission pop out of gear?

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All the lights on your vehicle have an important job to do. Brake lights, tail lights, blinkers, reverse lights, and headlights are a crucial part of driving. Lights make you visible, make things visible to you, and allow you to communicate with other drivers. All of a vehicle’s lights make driving easier and safer, and all of them are important...not to mention legally required.

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Your radiator hoses are under a lot of pressure, in both the figurative and literal sense. From Total Performance Inc in Mahwah, NJ, here’s what you need to know about the radiator hoses on your car, truck, or SUV.

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18 Ramapo Valley Rd
Mahwah, NJ 07430
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