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At TG Automotive, Inc. in Severn, MD, a big part of our job is helping you make decisions that are right for you, and your car, truck or SUV. When it comes to replacing a transmission there are a lot of options out there; we’re here to help you make the right choice.

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Our Severn drivers have been experiencing issues with their transmissions and there are a few things that we here at TG Automotive, Inc. feel are important to know so that you are more comfortable and confident if you are, indeed experiencing a transmission problem of any kind. First, if you drive a vehicle manufactured in the past few decades, there’s a good chance your transmission has a variety of sensors attached to it which monitors all kinds of things - fluid pressure, vehicle speed, temperature, air intake at the engine, and so on. The first thing to check is your Transmission Sensor, which is a much more affordable fix than replacing your transmission!

Once your engine is installed, you’ll want to keep it running right. TG Automotive, Inc. in Severn, MD has you covered. Sometimes, engines just wear out - however, most of the time they meet an early demise as a result of improper maintenance. Keep your engine running like new by maintaining it the way your technician recommends.

Is your truck used for towing? Whether you’re looking to upgrade your current setup or rig up something new, our technicians have you covered. Here’s some useful information on towing equipment, from TG Automotive, Inc. in Severn, MD.

Diesel engines are known for their durability, but even the best engine has to be replaced every once in a while. At TG Automotive, Inc. in Severn, MD, we want you to be aware of signs that your engine is about to call it quits.

So, you’ve determined your transmission is bad. What next? TG Automotive, Inc. in Severn, MD is here to help.

There are a few things to consider when your transmission goes out. You might feel inclined to just get a new car...but should you? Here are some factors to think about.

U-joints are a small, simple component - in fact, they have changed much since the very first automobiles. However, on any vehicle with a driveshaft, its ability to move depends entirely on the u-joint being there. You’ll often hear “maybe it’s the u-joints” as a solution offered for problems with a vehicle - but what are they, what do they do, and how do you know if yours is bad? TG Automotive, Inc. in Severn, MD has the answers.

Automatic transmissions aren’t easily understood outside of specialists like those at TG Automotive, Inc. in Severn, MD. While it would be impossible to teach you enough to make you a transmission expert in a series of articles, what we can do is give you the fundamental knowledge you need to have a good idea of what your transmission is doing, and how it works.