Automotive Industry News & Information - D & E Service Center

No matter what type of car, truck, or SUV you drive, old or new, it probably has doors. Those doors are heavy, and they see a lot of use. Naturally, from time to time, parts wear out. If your door doesn’t function as well as it should, here’s why, courtesy of D & E Service Center in Andover.

At D & E Service Center in Andover, the history of cars is a huge topic of interest to us. Here’s an interesting piece of automotive trivia, from us to you.

There are a few things that matter when mounting new tires on your truck or commercial vehicle. First, you want it done right. Second, you want it done fast. For both, D & E Service Center in Andover, NJ has you covered. We've been trained to do it right the first time and make sure you're satisfied.

Brake pads are important - you don’t need them to go, but you do need them to stop. At D & E Service Center in Andover, NJ, we like to keep your vehicle stopping exactly as it should - it’s less dangerous, and it keeps insurance premiums low. So, how do you know if your brake pads are going bad? How do they work? What even are they? We’ve got the answers!

There are multiple types of tires on the market for almost every car, truck, or SUV. Once you decide it's time to replace your tires, the choice can be overwhelming. The type of tire you want depends on a variety of factors, from climate to how you drive. At D & E Service Center in Andover, NJ, our technicians have been trained to help you make that choice. Here’s a short rundown of common street tires that will suit your needs.

Foggy headlights are a problem that has arisen in the past couple of decades, as we have moved away from glass sealed beam bulbs and into an era of plastic lenses with bulbs inside. While modern headlights are superior to the sealed beam headlights of years ago, they do tend to fog up after years of use. It’s a good trade for far better illumination and easier replacement, but an issue nonetheless. Hours and hours of heat, sunlight, and age eventually cause them to cloud up, which can reduce visibility at night in addition to worsening the appearance of your car, truck, or SUV. From D & E Service Center in Andover, NJ, here are some tips on taking care of your foggy or cloudy headlight issue.

Your brake master cylinder is an integral part of your brake system. When one fails, some odd symptoms may arise, and it may be difficult to diagnose. Here’s some information to help you decide if yours has gone bad. At D & E Service Center in Andover, NJ we want you to know what to look out for so that you can be safely on the road.

Your pickup truck is heavy and hard working, whether it’s a Chevy, Ford, or Dodge. If you add towing to the mix, it’s even heavier and has to work harder. Your brakes are one of the most wear and tear prone systems on your diesel pickup, but at D & E Service Center in Andover, NJ, we can help you keep yours in good shape.