Automotive News & Information - West GA Diesel & Auto Repair

For obvious reasons, air brakes are an essential part of your rig. They also add a level of complication to the braking system that a conventional vehicle doesn’t have. At West Ga Diesel & Auto Repair in Carrollton, our mechanics have the knowledge, equipment, and ability necessary to keep your air brakes in top shape.

Good diesel technicians and shops that service diesel engines are hard to come by. At West Ga Diesel & Auto Repair in Carrollton, GA, diesels are our specialty. There are many reasons to have diesel truck maintenance performed by diesel specialists - here are just a few.

If you own or operate any type of vehicle, you understand the importance of resale value. Some owners keep the same vehicle until it’s time for the scrap yard, but by and large it makes more sense to sell a vehicle and replace it at a certain point. From West Ga Diesel & Auto Repair in Carrollton, GA, here’s how to make sure you get the most cash possible when it’s time for your vehicles to hit the auction block or when you're ready to sell it to its next owner.

If you drive a Dodge, Chevy, or Ford diesel pickup, you know the amount of hard work your truck puts in. You may also be aware that diesels run a little dirtier than your average gas burner. At West Ga Diesel & Auto Repair in Carrollton, GA, our goal is to keep your Duramax, Cummins, or Powerstroke truck on the road for many miles to come. A huge part of that is keeping your oil maintained.

At West Ga Diesel & Auto Repair in Carrollton, GA, we know replacing an entire engine can be a tough call to make - that’s why we’re here to help you make an expert decision on the matter.

Unless you use your vehicle to tow every day for work, odds are you haven’t paid much attention to your truck, SUV, or crossover’s towing capacity. Maybe you’re looking to buy a boat for some summer fun or just need to rent a trailer to get your belongings from one dwelling to the next. Whatever the reason for pulling something behind your vehicle, it’s important to get a firm grasp on what exactly your towing capacity means. Understanding how each of the components in your vehicle contributes to your overall tow rating can keep you from putting undue stress on your rig and keep you and your family safe.

No matter what type of car, truck, or SUV you drive, maintenance is the key to giving your engine long life. At West Ga Diesel & Auto Repair in Carrollton, GA, we focus on keeping your engine running strong.

Do you need new brake pads? Most of the time, if you think you do, the answer is yes. While a lot of auto parts stores sell brake pads with lifetime warranties, don’t be misled...brake pads will still wear down.