Automotive Industry News & Information - Cruise N' Cool Automotive, Diesel & Fleet Repair

Your drive belts are simple but integral components to the function of your car, truck, or SUV. At Cruise N' Cool Automotive, Diesel & Fleet Repair in Pompano Beach, belts are one of the first things we assess when looking over a vehicle, as they alone are in charge of operating your AC, water pump, alternator, and power steering.

If you drive a Duramax, Powerstroke, or Cummins diesel, you’ve got a truck that’s built for power and reliability. From our team here at Cruise N' Cool Automotive, Diesel & Fleet Repair in Pompano Beach, FL, here are the keys to unlocking the secret of a finely tuned diesel pickup.

Obviously, your brakes are essential. However, it’s easy to neglect or ignore brake issues, and even miss them altogether; as long as the car, truck, or SUV still stops, many people don’t see the need to have their brakes serviced. From Cruise N' Cool Automotive, Diesel & Fleet Repair in Pompano Beach, here are some common brake issues, and why you should fix them.

At Cruise N' Cool Automotive, Diesel & Fleet Repair in Pompano Beach, FL, we see our fair share of warning lights and dashboard notifications. If your ABS light is illuminated, here’s what you need to know. First, it should be noted that the ABS light is supposed to illuminate for a few seconds after you turn the key, as part of a system test. If the light stays illuminated or comes on again randomly, there’s an issue somewhere that must be addressed.

At Cruise N' Cool Automotive, Diesel & Fleet Repair in Pompano Beach, we specialize in detailed knowledge of complicated, performance systems. One such system, which is becoming ever more precise and complex, is the suspension on your car. Luxury and performance vehicles are innovators and leaders in the suspension field; and as such, it takes leading technicians to service them.

Cruise N' Cool Automotive, Diesel & Fleet Repair in Pompano Beach, FL services all kinds of trucks, regardless of weight class. From small trucks to semi’s, we’ve got you covered. For the sake of curiosity, however, what classifies a truck as light or heavy-duty?

Without a working battery, your car will not be able to start. If you perform proper maintenance, however, an average car battery can start your car reliably for roughly four years. Your vehicle's radio and headlights, plus a slew of other important functions, are powered by an electrical current generated by your vehicle’s engine but a vital part of generating electricity is having a place to store it while it’s not being used, which is where a car battery comes into play. The battery holds electrical energy while a car is off in order to help the engine turn over and create a spark to start internal combustion. What you don't want is to have a bad battery!!

Turbochargers are intricate and precise components, but not all that complicated or difficult to understand. By knowing the parts of your car’s turbocharger and its functions, you’ll have a much better idea of how one works and here at Cruise N' Cool Automotive, Diesel & Fleet Repair in Pompano Beach, FL, we feel it is important that our area drivers know more about their vehicles! Starting with your turbocharger, we which is powered by pressure from the exhaust.