Automotive Industry News & Information - Glenn's Auto & Truck Repair

Performance chip installation is one of the perks of diesel truck ownership. At Glenn's Auto & Truck Repair in Petaluma, our mechanics can professionally tune and install a chip for any application, whether you drive a Cummins, Powerstroke, Duramax, or otherwise.

Don’t you hate it when potholes sneak up on you? There is a lot of money being spent on vehicle damage due to potholes. Do you know what parts of your car could receive the most damage? Glenn's Auto & Truck Repair is the leader in Petaluma, CA for the service and repair of automotive tires. We know the kind of damage that can be done, so if you suspect something is wrong with your car or truck, it’s always a good idea to stop by so we can take a quick look.

At Glenn's Auto & Truck Repair in Petaluma, CA, 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 Glenn's Auto & Truck Repair in Petaluma, CA will prepare you for the next time your vehicle shows you a warning you shouldn’t ignore.

At Glenn's Auto & Truck Repair in Petaluma, CA, we’ve got every answer to your transmission questions and needs, and answers to a lot of things that fall outside of that realm as well. Today, we’re talking about the ABS light - an issue that plagues many modern drivers at some point or another.

Vacuum pressure plays a critical role in keeping your engine running smooth, and performing it’s best. From Glenn's Auto & Truck Repair in Petaluma, CA, here’s some info on vacuum pressure, why you need it, and how to tell if you’ve got a vacuum leak.

Once you’ve got your fleet vehicle or commercial truck back on the road, it’s important to take the proper steps to keep it that way. At Glenn's Auto & Truck Repair in Petaluma, CA we have you covered. Sometimes engines just wear out - but there’s a good chance your last engine took a turn for the worst as a result of maintenance issues that went unnoticed or weren’t taken care of in time.

If you’ve owned a vehicle long, particularly one with a few miles on it, you have probably encountered a peculiar smell that grabbed your attention. Scents that you encounter while driving (emanating from your vehicle, not the horse farm down the road) are indicators of your vehicle's health and often the first warning that something may be wrong. Glenn's Auto & Truck Repair in Petaluma has assembled this list to prepare for you for the next time you smell something odd, so you’ll know what’s going on next time you notice a funny smell.

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 Glenn's Auto & Truck Repair in Petaluma, CA, here are some of the leading causes of water on your floor, and what you can do about it.