There can be a lot of uncertainty around remanufactured components. What are they, what does remanufactured mean, and when are they a good choice? Remanufactured components offer a cost-effective way to repower, rather than replace, a fleet vehicle. This article aims to clear up some of the confusion around remanufactured components and offer some insight into why they are the right choice. Here’s what you need to know, from Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, VA.

At Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, VA, we have the facilities, equipment, and technicians necessary to complete any job, no matter how big or small. When it comes to fleet and diesel trucks, the right people with the correct equipment makes all the difference - we’ll keep your truck reliably on the road, and we’re the fastest, most efficient repair facility in the business. When it comes to trucks this size, and this valuable, cut-rate maintenance and repair simply won’t do; you need professionals, with the tools and equipment necessary to get the job done right.

Balanced wheels are essential for a multitude of reasons, particularly on commercial trucks. At Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, we have the precision equipment necessary to provide you with the best balance possible, keeping your truck smoothly and reliably on the road.

At Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, our expert mechanics are here to work for you. On large commercial trucks, there’s one component that works harder than almost all the rest; your brakes. Our technicians have the knowledge and ability necessary to have your truck stopping like the day it rolled off the lot, no matter what the problem is.

At Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, VA, we service all types of fleet vehicles and see many of the same problems come through the door again and again. Here are some easy early warning signs from our team here at Taylor Automotive Service, that signal your fleet vehicles are in need of maintenance soon. 

If you’ve ever been behind the wheel of a commercial truck, you already know that driving in reverse isn’t easy. At Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, most of the damage we see is a result of an accident which occurred in reverse.

In the diesel world, "blow-by" is a term you’re bound to run across at some point if your line of work involves diesel-powered vehicles of any kind. What is blow-by, what causes it, and how concerned should you be? At Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, VA, our fleet maintenance and diesel technicians see it on a regular basis. Here we’ll take a quick look at blow-by, correcting it, and preventing it.

Regular maintenance checks of your vehicle will help you avoid a catalytic converter that looks like this resulting in large repair costs which is what our team here at Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake want to avoid at all costs! We feel that every customer has a need to know what repairs are in their future and exactly how to budget for them if need be so we check your vehicle thoroughly and keep you informed.

There are several indicators that your catalytic converter isn't functioning at maximum capacity such as:

While most fleet vehicles are chosen for their reliability, low maintenance, and durability, sometimes maintaining several of them at a time can become overwhelming. Let Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, VA put your mind at ease, with our fleet maintenance programs for any and all fleet vehicles.

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

It isn’t easy keeping your fleet or commercial trucks up and running. At Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, VA, we’re here to help. Fleet and commercial vehicles log a lot of miles, and a lot of hours - as a result, even the most reliable components need to be serviced occasionally. On an ordinary diesel, an injection pump may last the entire life of the engine itself. On vehicles that work harder than anything else on the road, this isn’t always the case. 

With fleet trucks and large diesels, one issue plagues them more than any other; neglected maintenance or repair. At Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, VA, 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.

At Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, VA, maintaining your fleet and keeping your business reliably on the road is our primary focus. As trucks wear out, and they always do, you will inevitably be faced with this dilemma - “Should I fix this truck, or replace it with a new one?” This isn’t always an easy question to answer. As your fleet specialists, our team here at Taylor Automotive Service is here to help you decide.

The transmission in your truck works harder than any other on the road. A fully loaded semi weighs about 40 times as much as a normal passenger vehicle, and racks up twice the mileage. As such, it’s essential to keep your transmission in good shape and regularly maintenanced. Fortunately, Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake has you covered.

At Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, we understand that big trucks mean bigger risk on the road. Here are some tips to remember, to reduce the likelihood of an accident resulting in large repair costs next time you're on the job.

The automotive market is always fast-changing, and leaps and bounds have been made in the past couple of decades concerning both diesel and gasoline engines. With gasoline-powered trucks achieving more power than ever, purchase costs being lower, and fuel costs at an all-time low, many fleets are switching over to gasoline-powered fleets. However, diesel still offers some distinct advantages - it really depends on what you're looking for for your fleet of vehicles. Here are some points to consider, from Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, VA.

Most commercial diesel engines these days are turbocharged. Turbos dramatically increase power and efficiency, particularly on diesel engines, which makes them a must-have item on engines that rely heavily on both. However, sometimes issues arise in turbo systems; at Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, we can fix that.

Fleet cars, vans, and trucks see a lot of wear and tear. If your engine has already called it a day, then it’s obviously case closed - you need a new engine or a new vehicle. However, there are many times when an engine is about to go down, and you can get it taken care of before it kicks the bucket for good - saving you time and towing in the process.

While most fleet vehicles are chosen for their reliability, low maintenance, and durability, sometimes maintaining several of them at a time can become overwhelming. Just keeping up with the maintenance schedule alone is a task and then to ensure you keep your scheduled routes for those fleet vehicles is another task in itself. Let Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake put your mind at ease, with our fleet maintenance programs for any and all fleet vehicles. We will take the stress from your business fleet program and get your fleet trucks and fleet cars running at optimum performance with a routine that works for your business that often REDUCES costs!

While diesel trucks are some of the best vehicles on the road today, sometimes maintaining a fleet of them can become overwhelming. Let Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake put your mind at ease, with our fleet maintenance programs for diesel fleet vehicles.