Welcome to Joe's Auto & Truck!
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Joe's Auto & Truck Offers Auto Repair Services You Can Count On!
Established in 1997, Joe's Auto & Truck Repair opened it's doors in
Charlotte Harbor, serving the residents and businesses of Charlotte
County. Due to popular demand, in 2003, the business had expanded and
relocated to an acre of property which included a 12 bay/10,000 sq.
ft. building in Punta Gorda. Joe's Auto & Truck Repair has dedicated
services to Charlotte County residents, local businesses and over
the road truck drivers for many years.
Joe's Auto & Truck Repair was the first repair facility in Punta
Gorda to re-open after Hurricane Charley in 2004. The owners and
staff worked diligently in assisting residents, as well as local and out of town contractors; including Pike Electric, Asplundh Tree Service, county and city vehicles, roofers, electricians, cable companies, tow trucks, supply trucks, hospital transit buses, churches, lumber yards, excavating companies and so forth.
During that time of need, Joe's Auto & Truck Repair's performance went above and beyond it's expectations, aiding the community to keep
these vehicles on the road helping others.
We have experience servicing all makes and models of domestic and
import vehicles, and we're honored to keep vehicles throughout the Punta Gorda area
reliable and well-maintained. Our skillful mechanics will take great care of
your vehicle too, quickly diagnosing any problems and offering cost-effective
solutions to get you back on the road.
Call Joe's Auto & Truck today at 941-637-7009! You can also send us an email. Either way, we're looking forward to
providing you with reliable automotive service!
According to recent studies, 5 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities are clearly caused by automobile maintenance neglect.
Vehicle Tips
The cooling system should be completely flushed and refilled about every 30,000 miles. The level, condition, and concentration of coolant should be checked. (A 50/50 mix of anti-freeze and water is usually recommended.)
Vehicle Tips
Never remove the radiator cap until the engine has thoroughly cooled. The tightness and condition of drive belts, clamps and hoses should be checked by a pro.
Vehicle Tips
Change your oil and oil filter as specified in your manual, or more often (every 3,000 - 5,000 miles) if you make frequent short jaunts, extended trips with lots of luggage or tow a trailer.
Vehicle Tips
Replace other filters (air, fuel, etc.) as recommended, or more often in dusty conditions. Get engine drivability problems (hard stops, rough idling, stalling, diminished power, etc.) corrected at a good shop.
Vehicle Tips
A dirty windshield causes eye fatigue and can pose a safety hazard. Replace worn blades and get plenty of windshield washer solvent.
Vehicle Tips
Have your tires rotated about every 3,000 - 5,000 miles. Check tire pressures once a month; let the tires cool down first. Don't forget your spare and be sure your jack is in good condition.
Vehicle Tips
Check your owner's manual to find out what fuel octane rating your car's engine needs then buy it.
Vehicle Tips
Keep your tires inflated to the proper levels. Under-inflated tires make it harder for your car to move down the road, which means your engine uses more fuel to maintain speed.
Vehicle Tips
Lighten the load. Heavier vehicles use more fuel, so clean out unnecessary weight in the passenger compartment or trunk before you hit the road.
Vehicle Tips
Use the A/C sparingly. The air conditioner puts extra load on the engine forcing more fuel to be used.
Vehicle Tips
Keep your windows closed. Wide-open windows, especially at highway speeds, increase aerodynamic drag and the result is up to a 10% decrease in fuel economy.
Vehicle Tips
Avoid long idling. If you anticipate being stopped for more than one minute, shut off the car. Contrary to popular belief, restarting the car uses less fuel than letting it idle.
Vehicle Tips
Stay within posted speed limits. The faster you drive, the more fuel you use. For example, driving at 65 miles per hour (mph) rather than 55 mph, increases fuel consumption by 20 percent.
Vehicle Tips
Use cruise control. Using cruise control on highway trips can help you maintain a constant speed and, in most cases, reduce your fuel consumption.
Vehicle Tips
Keep your engine tuned. A fouled spark plug or plugged/restricted fuel injector can reduce fuel efficiency as much as 30 percent.
Vehicle Tips
Inspect the engine's belts regularly. Look for cracks or missing sections or segments. Worn belts will affect the engine performance.
Vehicle Tips
Have the fuel filter changed every 15,000 miles to prevent rust, dirt and other impurities from entering the fuel system.
Vehicle Tips
Change the transmission fluid and filter every 30,000 miles. This will protect the precision-crafted components of the transmission/transaxle.
Vehicle Tips
Inspect the suspension system regularly. This will extend the life of the vehicle's tires.
Vehicle Tips
Brakes work by creating friction to slow and stop a vehicle. This friction creates a substantial amount of heat which in turn causes rapid oxidation of brake fluid. Deposits form in the brake system causing serious brake system malfunction which compromises the vehicle?s safety. A Brake Fluid Flush prevents corrosion, flushes varnishes and removes air from the brake lines.
Vehicle Tips
The power steering pump generates extremely high temperatures and pressures that can cause failure without notice. A Power Steering System flush removes residues from the entire steering system, ensuring smooth, quiet operation while preventing leaks, sticking and wear of parts.
Vehicle Tips
Fungus, mold, and bacteria blows from air vents as a result of condensation buildup in a vehicle?s air conditioning system. The A/C System flush eliminates odors and controls contaminants ? bacteria, mold, spores, fungi, and road grime ? in vehicle air conditioning and heating systems. Cabin air filters also need to be replaced.
Vehicle Tips
In diesel fuel systems, deposits can rapidly accumulate in the fuel lines, injector pump, fuel injectors and combustion chambers. This causes a number of drivability issues, or even engine failure. The Diesel System Flush can restore diesel fuel economy or solve most diesel fuel system issues.
Vehicle Tips
Have you noticed a loss of power, more black exhaust smoke and poor fuel economy in your diesel vehicle? Or has your diesel had more frequent and lengthy regeneration cycles? This could be due to a soot overloaded diesel particulate filter. Visit BG Services for more information on DPF & Emissions System Restoration.