Automotive News & Information - CP Diesel & Auto

Fleet vehicles see a lot of wear and tear and need to be well taken care of if you expect them to last. For the best care, you need to choose technicians that are quick, efficient, know how to read the diagnostics and treat the issues. Our team at CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL has the experience and training necessary to diagnose and repair any issues that your fleet might be facing.

Whatever type of truck you run in your fleet, they all have a driveshaft that connects the transmission to the differential, transferring power to the wheels. At CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL, we specialize in diesel truck and fleet vehicle maintenance and repair, including precision driveshaft care.

When you get in your car, truck, SUV, or minivan to drive and the A/C does not work what could be wrong? Here at CP Diesel & Auto, we have some simple answers to help you understand how your vehicle A/C system works. The first question we are asked is "Why isn't my air conditioner blowing cold air?" Let's talk about what could be happening.

Obviously, your fuel delivery system is an extremely important aspect of the running condition of your truck. At CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, our expert team of mechanics can treat and clean your fuel delivery system, ensuring you get the most out of your fleet.

Trucks aren’t like cars...your average personal vehicle usually holds about 5 quarts of oil, and you are supposed to change it every 3-5k miles. However, the same logic doesn’t apply to large trucks. At CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL, we know how important proper oil changes and diagnostics are to keep your truck on the road, for hundreds of thousands of miles. Here’s what you need to know:

Obviously, your brakes are essential. However, it’s easy to neglect or ignore brake issues, and even miss them altogether; as long as the truck still stops, many people don’t see the need to have their brakes serviced. From CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL, here are some common brake issues, and why you should fix them.

We know how important a good exhaust setup is on a diesel truck. Whether you’re powered by a Cummins, a Duramax, a Powerstroke, or something else, your exhaust plays a major role in performance, engine sound, and even aesthetic. At CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, our professional mechanics have the equipment, knowledge, and ability necessary to get your exhaust in shape.

The turbo on your diesel pickup is a precision engineered component. As a result, proper maintenance is essential to keeping it going strong. At tens or even hundreds of thousands of RPM, keeping everything in good shape is absolutely necessary. Fortunately, turbos don’t really require any special maintenance - they just make the maintenance you do all the more important.