Automotive Industry News & Information - Archer Automotive & Diesel Repair

As cars become more technologically advanced, the importance of your vehicle’s battery becomes more important. In the old days, a car battery essentially worked, or it didn’t; if it was good enough to start the car, it was good enough. Moderns vehicles are a different story. A faulty battery can cause a variety of issues, including engine codes, sensor failures, irregular transmission behavior, and the list goes on.

Battery failure often causes issues that are commonly misdiagnosed, and in the hands of the wrong auto repair shop, a mechanic may spend hundreds of your hard-earned dollars chasing problems that don’t exist. At Archer Automotive & Diesel Repair in Archer, FL, our mechanics are familiar with modern vehicles and the problems that accompany them.

Your gas mileage mostly depends on what kind of car you drive; engine displacement and vehicle weight are the largest determining factors on gas mileage, and there’s not much you can do to change either of those. That doesn’t mean attempting to improve your fuel economy is a completely hopeless endeavor, however. With these tips from Archer Automotive & Diesel Repair in Archer, FL, you might be surprised how much your fuel mileage can be improved.

Vacuum pressure plays a critical role in keeping your engine running smooth, and performing it’s best. From Archer Automotive & Diesel Repair in Archer, FL, here’s some info on vacuum pressure, why you need it, and how to tell if you’ve got a vacuum leak.

At Archer Automotive & Diesel Repair in Archer, FL, we know your Ford, Chevrolet, or Dodge pickup was designed for optimal power, torque, and towing and hauling ability, no matter what the job is. We also know that while getting up to speed in a timely fashion is important, your diesel pickup’s ability to stop is equally essential.

Is your check engine light on? Whether you can tell a difference in the way your car, truck, or SUV is running, your car is trying to tell you something. At Archer Automotive & Diesel Repair in Archer, FL, we can help.

It doesn't matter what type of car, truck, or SUV you drive, your tires are important. You probably know it’s time for a new set when the tread gets low - but how do you know if something else is wrong? Archer Automotive & Diesel Repair in Archer, FL explains.

When you see tires advertised, you’ll often see the word “radial” attached to it. What does this mean, and where did radial tires originate? Archer Automotive & Diesel Repair in Archer, FL is here, with answers to questions you weren’t even asking.

Diesel engines are known for their reliability - that’s probably at least partially why you bought one. However, like all things, diesels and their components wear out eventually. Fortunately, the technicians at Archer Automotive & Diesel Repair in Archer, FL have you covered. Here are some fuel system issues to watch out for.