Automotive News & Information - Tom Quirk Automotive

Tire pressure may seem innocuous enough, but at Tom Quirk Automotive in Albuquerque, we know how much of a difference correct tire pressure makes. Tire pressure checks are just one of many regular service items we check when you bring your truck in for servicing, but it’s one that’s more important than you might think.

Keeping track of maintenance done on your fleet vehicles and commercial trucks is one of the most important aspects of fleet management. At Tom Quirk Automotive in Albuquerque, NM, we track maintenance and repairs for a number of reasons. Here’s why:

You’ve probably heard the term “transmission flush” before at some point in your automotive experience. But what exactly does it mean to have your transmission flushed, and why does it matter? Tom Quirk Automotive in Albuquerque, NM has the answers.

Have you always wondered what a spark plug does? Our team here at Tom Quirk Automotive is here to help you out. It's simple in theory but does quite a lot of work for such a small piece of equipment. Your spark plug forces electricity to arc across a gap like a bolt of lightning at high voltage and fits into your engine's cylinder head, where it “sparks” to ignite the fuel and creates combustion within your engine. Without it, you wouldn't be able to drive your car or truck.

Your fleet or commercial truck works hard, every day. Most commercial vehicles are heavy, and constantly under load. As a result, your brakes will inevitably develop issues over time. At Tom Quirk Automotive in Albuquerque, NM, we can fix that.

The turbocharger on your diesel is a precision-engineered component that requires proper maintenance to ensure it meets your needs and performs every time you get behind the wheel - no matter what the task is. Here at Tom Quirk Automotive in Albuquerque, NM, our team is the perfect choice to ensure that the turbocharger on your diesel is always working at optimum capacity with no problems as our diesel technicians are simply the best plus when you are running tens or even hundreds of thousands of RPMs, keeping everything in good shape is absolutely necessary. Fortunately, we have exactly what you need!

No matter what you drive, compression is important. On fleet and commercial diesel engines, it’s essential. At Tom Quirk Automotive in Albuquerque, NM, we have the knowledge and ability you need to keep your fleet on the road and running strong.

With fleet trucks and large diesels, one issue plagues them more than any other; neglected maintenance or repair. At Tom Quirk Automotive in Albuquerque, NM, we can take care of your entire fleet, no matter how big or small, making sure it stays on the road for years to come.