Automotive News & Information - T&A Truck Specialist, Inc

If you drive a car, truck, or SUV that runs on gasoline, there's a good chance you’ve run it low on fuel a few times (or more than a few times,) and maybe even run out of gas completely a time or two. At T&A Truck Specialist, Inc in Tampa, FL, we like to provide information applicable to you. Running a vehicle low on fuel is something we’re all guilty of, and most of us don’t think twice about it. But, can it be bad for your car?

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 T&A Truck Specialist, Inc in Tampa, FL, here are the keys to unlocking the secret of a finely tuned diesel pickup.

At some point or another, it’ll happen to you. You leave your headlights on, your battery finally fails, or for some other reason, you don’t have enough juice to start your car. Don’t call a tow truck just yet, though...T&A Truck Specialist, Inc in Tampa has the info you need to properly jump-start your car.

At T&A Truck Specialist, Inc in Tampa, FL, quality and precision are our top priority. For this reason, we employ ASE-certified technicians, to guarantee we’re the best in the business.

Good steering is an underrated and often neglected aspect of driving. At T&A Truck Specialist, Inc in Tampa, FL, we believe in making sure you have the best vehicle possible, whether you’re driving across town or traveling long distances.

A car that brakes well and brakes correctly are just as important as acceleration, handling, or any other aspect of a vehicle’s drivability. A car with brake issues has the potential to be a far more enjoyable ride when fixed. Your brakes have a lot to do with how your car drives. Brakes are a frequently neglected item on a lot of people’s checklists, and many drivers on the road have subpar brakes and don’t even know it.

It’s not always easy to recognize when your vehicle is suffering from a simple problem that requires a little maintenance and TLC or there is real engine damage as symptoms can be overlooked and seen as “normal.” While not all sounds and smells may threaten the life of your vehicle or truck engine, there are some obvious warning signs that require a vehicle inspection here at the shop right away.

Whether you drive a Chevy, Ford, or Ram diesel pickup, your engine is likely equipped with an injection pump. While injection pumps have been gradually phased out on modern engines, they are still an integral part of most diesel engine operations. At T&A Truck Specialist, Inc in Tampa, FL, we specialize in maintenance and repair on Cummins, Duramax, and Powerstroke engines, including injection pumps.