Automotive News & Information - Ponci's Diesel Center

The Turbo on your Chevrolet, Dodge, or Ford diesel truck is an integral component of your truck’s ability to perform. Turbos affect everything from power output to fuel mileage, allowing your pickup to reach its full potential in terms of power, torque, and efficiency. At Ponci's Diesel Center in Fortuna, turbo knowledge is one of our specialties, because we understand the importance of quality turbo parts, replacements, and repair.

It’s not always easy to recognize when your vehicle is suffering from a simple problem that requires a little maintenance and TLC or there is real engine damage as symptoms can be overlooked and seen as “normal.” While not all sounds and smells may threaten the life of your vehicle or truck engine, there are some obvious warning signs that require a vehicle inspection here at the shop right away.

You know how often to change your engine oil; but what about the gear oil in your standard shift transmission? Here’s a short guide, from Ponci's Diesel Center in Fortuna.

Your Ram, Chevy, or Ford diesel pickup is a big truck. All that weight takes some strong stopping power and takes its toll on your brake pads - especially if you ever pull a trailer or carry heavy loads. Whenever you need a brake job, Ponci's Diesel Center in Fortuna, CA has your back.

At Ponci's Diesel Center in Fortuna, CA, we understand how important lighting is in regards the safety and presentation of your vehicle. Whether you have a broken housing, burned out bulbs, or a faulty connection, our expert mechanics are here to help.

At Ponci's Diesel Center in Fortuna, we know how irritating an issue with your car, truck, or SUV can be, even if it doesn’t immediately affect your vehicle’s performance. One such problematic issue, the excessively loud radiator cooling fan, is a common plague many automobile owners will experience.

Ride quality is an essential part of your driving experience. At Ponci's Diesel Center in Fortuna, we strive to keep your car, truck, or SUV as smooth and comfortable to drive as the day it came off the lot. Your shock absorbers play a huge role in ride quality; here’s what you should know.

Manual transmissions are durable, reliable pieces of equipment. Still, sometimes problems arise. Ponci's Diesel Center in Fortuna has the answer to a question that plagues many manual transmissions; why does my transmission pop out of gear?