Fleet operators know that a day’s work can burn through a lot of fuel. When it comes to multiple vehicles, even a slight change in the way vehicles are used can make a huge difference towards saving fuel, and money as a result. Whether you manage diesel trucks, fleet cars, or both, a little bit of effort can sometimes go a long way.Autoworks in Ithaca, NY has a few tips you can use to keep fuel consumption low, that you may be interested in implementing throughout your fleet.
While your transmission can certainly fail silently, there are certain sounds which indicate you have an issue. The sooner you catch a transmission problem the better, so Autoworks in Ithaca, NY wants you to know what to listen for.
If you’re reading this, you probably not excited to be here; the time has come for a new transmission. Fortunately, we at Autoworks are here to offer you solutions, and let you know that it’s not all bad. Replacing a tired and worn transmission will truly bring your car back to life, and you’ll probably be glad you did it.
At Autoworks in Ithaca, we know how important it is that your fleet benefits you as much as possible. One of the easiest ways to ensure this is by minimizing breakdowns. Breakdowns are expensive, time-consuming, and throw a wrench into operations; and as anyone who operates a fleet knows, time and efficiency are the most important factors in getting the most out of your fleet. Here are some tips on minimizing breakdowns in your fleet, from Autoworks in Ithaca, NY.
Your brake master cylinder is an integral part of your brake system. When one fails, some odd symptoms may arise, and it may be difficult to diagnose. Here’s some information to help you decide if yours has gone bad. At Autoworks in Ithaca, NY we want you to know what to look out for so that you can be safely on the road.
Your car’s belts and hoses are essential to the cooling, air conditioning, and charging systems, and the engine. Here at Autoworks in Ithaca, our team takes them seriously as we understand that ignoring the routine replacement intervals will result in a costly breakdown that could leave you stranded. There are so many components tied together with your belts & hoses that it isn't just a simple belt or hose requiring repairs when you allow things to progress to the stage where your car or truck has a breakdown due to a faulty belt or hose.
Part of maintaining your vehicle is keeping its safety devices in good working order, especially when there are kids in the vehicle. Seat belts, window locks, and airbag sensors work together to keep children safe in an automobile. Though safety components are generally very reliable, they do occasionally fail. Autoworks in Ithaca, NY is here when they do; here are some things to watch out for.
If you drive a vehicle with a manual transmission, you know that clutch replacement can be an expensive and time-consuming job. Autoworks in Ithaca has some tips to keep your clutch replacements as infrequent as possible.
