Automotive Industry News & Information - Tom Quirk Automotive

Now that you know why your turbo is necessary, you’ll want to know what the turbocharger is made of. Turbos are intricate and precise components, but not actually all that complicated or difficult to understand. Here’s a rundown on the parts of a turbocharger, from Tom Quirk Automotive in Albuquerque, NM.

Whatever type of truck you run in your fleet, they all have a driveshaft that connects the transmission to the differential, transferring power to the wheels. At Tom Quirk Automotive in Albuquerque, NM, we specialize in diesel truck and fleet vehicle maintenance and repair, including precision driveshaft care.

If you own a rear-wheel-drive car, truck, or SUV then your vehicle is equipped with a differential. Like any other component on your car, maintaining your differential is an important aspect of keeping your vehicle reliably on the road. From Tom Quirk Automotive in Albuquerque, NM, here’s what you need to know.

If you drive a performance car or SUV, you want to take every measure possible to ensure it stays in good shape and running well. For many drivers of precision-engineered vehicles like BMW, Audi, Porsche, Subaru, etc., warming up the engine is a part of taking care of your vehicle. But is it necessary?

Brakes are one of the most important components of your vehicle. You need the confidence of knowing that when you press your foot to the brake, your vehicle is going to stop. That's why it's important to keep these tips in mind to help keep your brakes functioning properly. Schedule an appointment with us at Tom Quirk Automotive for a brake service checkup today!

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The operation of your transmission depends on your hydraulics. Even if that sounds like a foreign language to you, at Tom Quirk Automotive in Albuquerque, NM, we speak the automotive language. We want you to understand what we're talking about, so here are the basics of the hydraulic functions behind your transmission.

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If your brake lights are giving you trouble, it’s something you want to get fixed. It’s a safety hazard, and you might also get a ticket out of it. Why aren’t they working, and what can you do about it? Tom Quirk Automotive in Albuquerque, NM has the answers.

Good steering is an underrated and often neglected aspect of commercial truck driving. At Tom Quirk Automotive in Albuquerque, we believe in making sure you have the best truck possible, whether you’re hauling something across town or across the country.