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

Everyone from mechanics, to your uncle that works on cars, has at some point given you advice concerning engine oil. The fact of the matter is that while we are familiar with words like “synthetic” and “oil weight,” many people don’t know exactly what the terminology means, or why common knowledge about oil exists in the form that it does. At T&A Truck Specialist, Inc in Tampa, FL, we keep things clear and simple. The more you know about your vehicle, the better equipped you are to keep it maintained, and we know a thing or two about vehicles. We have compiled a short list of common myths for you, most of which you’ve heard, but maybe never second guessed.

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? T&A Truck Specialist, Inc in Tampa, FL is here, with answers to questions you weren’t even asking.

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.

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 T&A Truck Specialist, Inc in Tampa, FL, here are some common brake issues, and why you should fix them.

Obviously, your fuel delivery system is an extremely important aspect of the running condition of your truck. At T&A Truck Specialist, Inc in Tampa, our expert team of mechanics can treat and clean your fuel delivery system, ensuring you get the most out of your fleet.

What are radial tires, where do they come from, and why are they important? If you own or operate a fleet or commercial truck, radial tires are an advancement you’re thankful for, whether you realize it or not. Here’s why, from T&A Truck Specialist, Inc in Tampa, FL.

Charging and electrical systems, particularly on luxury and performance cars, are the most intricate and complex systems on your vehicle. It takes highly trained technicians armed with the right equipment to properly diagnose and repair electrical issues on high-end vehicles such as Porsche, Audi, BMW, MINI, VW, and Subaru. At T&A Truck Specialist, Inc in Tampa we have the technicians and the tools you need to get the job done right.

At T&A Truck Specialist, Inc in Tampa, FL, we have seen our fair share of preventable engine failures. Frequently, engine disaster could have been avoided if the driver had known beforehand what the warning lights or gauges on the dashboard indicated. While some dash lights are fairly benign, others indicate imminent trouble. This guide from T&A Truck Specialist, Inc in Tampa, FL will prepare you for the next time your vehicle shows you a warning you shouldn’t ignore.