Super Shop Automotive

Factors Affecting Fuel Economy Fuel economy isn't far from the minds of our Merced drivers and we hear these questions daily such as: Why can certain cars zip along at close to 40 mpg while others are lucky to get anywhere near 20? As it turns out, there are as many factors...

New Rims - reading measurements and why they matter At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA, we’re focused on keeping your car, truck, or SUV running well - but we’re here to keep it looking good too. Here’s some information on wheel sizing, to help you make sure your new wheels wi...

All Your Fuel System Questions Answered Your car’s fuel system works with the rest of the engine control system to deliver the best performance with the lowest emissions. Check your car’s fuel system regularly or immediately if you smell gas or suspect a problem.What does it...

What Do Mechanics Have To Do With Hydraulics? A huge part of what the hydraulic system in your transmission does is tell the mechanical components what to do and when to do it. Even if you don't understand how that works, our technicians at Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA have trained...

Make Your Radiator Go The Extra Mile Since the first automobiles, there have been radiators. Every liquid-cooled engine on the road has, and has always needed, a radiator; without it, the engine would overheat in no time, causing catastrophic engine failure. While the efficiency of r...

Quality Work for Your Quality Vehicle If you drive a Mercedes, Porsche, Subaru, BMW, Jaguar, or other performance and luxury vehicle, you’re a person who appreciates the value of quality. At Super Shop Automotive, we share that appreciation - that’s why we specialize in qu...

Why we always use quality parts. When something goes wrong with your vehicle, it can be tempting to take the cheapest route. With eBay, Amazon, and the countless other sources for car and truck parts on the market today, many people decide to go that route to save some money. Her...

Have you checked your battery? If it looks like this - It's bad! When you are having trouble with your car or truck starting and you open the hood up to take a peek to see this....you'll see what an overly corroded battery looks like. This happens naturally over time on vehicle battery terminals.  If y...

Tips Concerning Your Thermostat On Your Fleet Trucks At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, we’re not only here to fix your truck when something goes wrong...we’re here to help you understand your truck a little better, too. Here are some tips concerning your thermostat - how it works, what...

A Key Safety Feature of Your Vehicle Did you know that airbags weren't mandatory safety equipment in passenger vehicles until 1997? Now, you'll find them in well over 100 million cars and trucks on the road. Since their invention, airbags, along with the seat belt, have playe...

Wheel Bearings and Your Fleet Wheel bearings are an often overlooked, but incredibly important component on your diesel truck; and when one begins to fail, other problems begin to arise. Super Shop Automotive in Merced has the information you need to recognize a problem before...

Routine Battery Check-Ups As cars become more technologically advanced, the importance of your vehicle’s battery becomes more important. In the old days, a car battery essentially worked, or it didn’t; if it was good enough to start the car, it was good enough....

Honoring Our Fathers This Weekend We would like to take this opportunity to say Happy Fathers' Day to all of the wonderful fathers out there. Our team here at Super Shop Automotive understands how integral fathers are in the lives of their children, so we want to show our appr...

Fuel Contamination - What's The Problem? At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA, we know that fuel contamination is one of the priciest and most problematic issues that may plague a diesel engine. There are a variety of issues that cause contamination in fuel. Knowing these issues will h...

What Happens When You Don’t Change Your Oil? At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA, we recommend always making it a priority to change your oil on time. Here’s a look into why it’s so important, and what happens if you don’t keep up with oil changes.Sludge - If oil st...

Towing with your diesel truck. 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 Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA...

Which tires are the BEST? The type of tire you want on your fleet or commercial vehicle depends on a variety of factors, from climate to how you use the vehicle. There are multiple tire styles for most applications, and one of them is right for you. At Super Shop Automotiv...

Looking For Custom Suspension? At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA, we know that your diesel pickup is more than just transportation; you want a truck that can perform, both at work, off-road, and on the street. A major aspect of your truck’s abilities lies in the susp...

Your Transmission Is Acting Up. Is It Too Late To Fix It? Small transmission problems can become big ones if not tended to in a timely manner. Your car, truck, or SUV has been shifting weird for a while now - does that mean it’s too late to do anything about it? Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA ...

Sounds That Mean Trouble We’ve all been here: You start up your vehicle in the morning and begin to back out of the driveway. Before your hand reaches the volume dial on the stereo to crank up your favorite morning radio duo, you hear a noise coming from your car. A...

If you see steam, pull over! Something will go wrong with your car, truck, or SUV eventually. The important thing is knowing what to do, and how to deal with it. Just knowing what to do in a situation often means the difference between a quick repair and thousands of dollars ...

How To Protect Your Transmission Investment At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA, we know your car, truck, or SUV is far more than just a vehicle. It’s a lifeline...getting you to work, your kids to school, carrying groceries, and taking you anywhere you need to go. It’s also a huge inves...

Honoring Our Heroes This Memorial Day We just want to take some time to honor and recognize those who have stood for us in the past as well as their families who have stood behind them. At Super Shop Automotive in Merced we commemorate the bravery of those who have fought for our free...

Prioritize Your Fuel System Fuel Systems are particularly important on diesel trucks, whether you drive a Ford, Chevrolet, or Dodge pickup. At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA, fuel system maintenance and repair is a service we prioritize, since we know how essential a re...

Taking Care of Your Transmission While Towing Your vehicle configuration determines how it should be properly towed to avoid transmission damage. Specifically, it matters if your vehicle is front-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive and whether it’s an automatic or a manual. From t...

Why is there a puddle under my car? Cars, trucks, and SUVs use and create multiple liquid substances. Here’s what you need to know about the puddle of liquid under your vehicle, from Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA. There are a few different substances that can pool under ...

If Your Transmission Doesn’t Have A Dipstick, Do You Still Need To Check The Fluid? You’ve noticed an issue with your transmission, or you simply want to make sure the fluid is still at the correct level and looking good. But, you can’t seem to find the dipstick anywhere…what’s the deal? Super Shop Automo...

Increase Fuel Efficiency Getting into the habit of saving on fuel now will mean you’ll be ready when prices start rising again. You don’t have to buy a new, fuel-efficient car, either. No one wants to trade a fuel bill for a car payment, so take a look at our ...

Increase Your Performance When Off-Road Or Towing! Is your diesel used for off-roading or towing? Are you looking for an increase in performance for your Cummins, Powerstroke, or Duramax truck? If so, a billet torque converter may be an option you’d like to consider. Here’s what you ne...

Belts and Hoses Issues Your vehicle's belts and hoses are essential to the cooling, air conditioning and charging systems, and the engine. Don’t take these routine replacement intervals for granted because they can break down and leave you stranded.What is the...