Automotive Industry News & Information - Ekart Automotive

Transmission failure rarely happens out of the blue - there’s a good chance a transmission will give you a good amount of warning before kicking the bucket. Here are some things you can watch out for, from Ekart Automotive in Manhattan, KS.

The engine and transmission in your Chevrolet, Dodge, or Ford diesel pickup is the heart and soul of your truck. At Ekart Automotive in Manhattan, we repair, rebuild, and replace engines or transmissions with quality parts and builds, keeping your truck on the road for years to come.

The Turbo on your Chevrolet, Dodge, or Ford diesel truck is an integral component of your truck’s ability to perform. Turbos affect everything from power output to fuel mileage, allowing your pickup to reach its full potential in terms of power, torque, and efficiency. At Ekart Automotive in Manhattan, KS, turbo knowledge is one of our specialties, because we understand the importance of quality turbo parts, replacements, and repair.

At Ekart Automotive in Manhattan, KS, it’s important to us that your car, truck, or SUV is ready for any condition. Coolant flushes are an important part of getting your vehicle ready for winter - here’s why.

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

At Ekart Automotive in Manhattan, KS, we believe it’s important for you to know how different systems in your car, truck, or SUV operate. Whether you want to know what to watch out for, or you’re just curious about how things work, we’re here to supply the answers.

For obvious reasons, air brakes are an essential part of your rig. They also add a level of complication to the braking system that a conventional vehicle doesn’t have. At Ekart Automotive in Manhattan, our mechanics have the knowledge, equipment, and ability necessary to keep your air brakes in top shape.

At Ekart Automotive in Manhattan, we know that in order to keep your car in good shape, it helps to know how it works. Here’s a quick rundown of a system that’s very important, but you take for granted until there’s a problem; your brakes. While there is a multitude of configurations and levels of complexity in automotive brake systems, they all essentially work the same way. Disregarding anti-lock brake systems and the like, this is how braking works in its simplest form.