Automotive News & Information - Wensel Service Centers in PA

Leaks and drips that get the interior of your vehicle wet are definitely an inconvenience. Sitting water promotes rust, bad smells, and can ruin your carpet. Furthermore, the water often seems to come from seemingly nowhere, adding to the frustration. From Wensel Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, PA, here are some of the leading causes of water on your floor, and what you can do about it.

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 Wensel Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, PA, 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.

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Nobody wants to put an engine or transmission in their car. However, when that time comes, it’s important to make an informed decision - here are some things to consider when installing a used engine or transmission, from Wensel Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, PA.

Good steering is an underrated and often neglected aspect of commercial truck driving. At Wensel Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, we believe in making sure you have the best truck possible, whether you’re hauling something across town or across the country.

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 Wensel Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, PA.

If you think your mechanic doesn’t have to deal with getting certified like other professionals, you are quite possibly mistaken. We say “quite possibly” because mechanics generally aren’t required by law to get certified in this country, so it’s conceivable that Bub down at the local filling station doesn’t have any meaningful credentials hanging on his wall. However, since the founding of the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) in 1972, a culture of professionalism has emerged and today about half of the country’s auto mechanics are ASE-certified. There are other kinds of certification, too, and other issues to consider when searching for the right mechanic. We’ll walk you through the details.

At Wensel Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, PA, 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 Wensel Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, PA will prepare you for the next time your vehicle shows you a warning you shouldn’t ignore.

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At Wensel Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, we understand that your exhaust system is an essential aspect of your vehicle’s ride quality and performance. Our technicians are professionals in exhaust system replacement and repair, ensuring your truck sounds great and keeps running smoothly.