Automotive News & Information - Craig Johnson Automotive

In the automotive business, the customer is just as important as the vehicle and the customer service is just as important as the auto repair. That is why at Craig Johnson Automotive, we strive to provide only the best customer service to our clients.

The exhaust on your truck is an important series of components, that work together to ensure smooth, reliable operation. At Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, we also know that exhaust systems are especially susceptible to damage and rust; pipes, mufflers, and other parts are exposed to hazards on the road, and to the environment. This situation, combined with caustic emissions and extreme heat, creates a perfect opportunity for problems to arise.

At Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA, we understand the intricacy and complexity of your transmission. That’s why we always treat it with the same attention to detail as the engineers that designed it, no matter what type of car, truck, or SUV you drive.

Gear shift in car with manual transmission

By now, it’s likely you’ve heard someone claim “manuals get better gas mileage than automatics.” While in the past this has certainly been true – driving an automatic was truly a sacrifice, dramatically affecting acceleration, reliability, and gas mileage – is it still the case in the modern era? Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA has the answers.

Keeping up with oil changes is one of the most important aspects of keeping your engine in good shape. However, you've probably noticed that the price of oil changes can vary pretty dramatically depending on what you get, and the oil all looks the same. Here's a breakdown of the difference between synthetic and conventional oil, from Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA.

At Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA, our priority is keeping your car or SUV in the best possible condition, for as long as possible. If you drive a BMW, Audi, Porsche, Subaru, Land Rover, or other luxury or performance vehicle, you want to keep it going strong for years to come. A huge part of that is keeping up with oil changes.

Automatic transmissions are the default now - with efficiency approaching or surpassing that of manual transmissions, and automatics with 8 or 10 electronically controlled gears, it’s no surprise they’ve gained so much popularity over the past few decades. But where did it all start? Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA has the answers.

Transmissions are complex, and over time they will wear out and eventually break. Knowing what to look for will play a key role in preventing your transmission from failing prematurely. At Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA we want to give you some insight on how your transmission works and how it can fail.