Automotive Industry News & Information - By The Book Diesel & Auto Repair

Keeping up with oil changes is one of the most important aspects of keeping your engine in good shape. However, you’ve probably noticed that the price of oil changes can vary pretty dramatically depending on what you get, and the oil all looks the same. Here’s a breakdown of the difference between synthetic and conventional oil, from By The Book Diesel & Auto Repair in Albuquerque, NM.

What condition are your tires in? At By The Book Diesel & Auto Repair in Albuquerque, NM, we want to make sure you can tell if your tires are in good condition or ready to be replaced. A simple visual inspection is all you need - it’s easy if you know what to look for. Our technicians have been trained to identify trouble before it hurts your vehicle, but they can also help you understand how to keep your eyes open for serious issues.

Whether your diesel pickup is a Dodge, Chevrolet, or Ford, it’s undoubtedly a well-made, heavy-duty machine. However, when an issue does arise, trust By The Book Diesel & Auto Repair in Albuquerque to keep you on the road.

Most people ignore their tires, yet tires are undoubtedly a critical safety component on a vehicle. Here at By The Book Diesel & Auto Repair in Albuquerque, NM, we know where the rubber meets the road affects traction, handling, steering, stability, and braking. Because of this, sudden tire failure can have serious consequences, especially if it occurs when operating at high speeds.

Once you know what's in your transmission, and what’s connected to it, it’s much easier to understand how it works. Let's take a look at how it all comes together. At By The Book Diesel & Auto Repair in Albuquerque, NM, we want to make sure you know how your car works so you can keep it in great condition.

3-D blueprint of car with a physical engine in it

Has the day finally come to replace your engine? If your engine is tired, worn out, and problematic, we can help at By The Book Diesel & Auto Repair. First, let's take a look at remanufactured engines; what they are, what ‘remanufactured’ means and why they’re a great way to give your car a new life.

A slipping transmission is never a good thing. What causes it, what forms does it take, and how do you know if yours is slipping? From By The Book Diesel & Auto Repair in Albuquerque, NM, here’s what you need to know.

Whether you drive a BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Porsche (some exclusions apply), Subaru, or other performance automobiles, your car has a cooling system. With winter right around the corner, at By The Book Diesel & Auto Repair we want to make sure your cooling system is ready for the cold.