interior of a car

Keeping the interior of your car, truck, or SUV clean and in good shape is an important part of making your vehicle last. Super Shop Automotive in Merced has some tips on keeping your car clean inside, and why keeping it clean matters.

4x4 diesel logo

Performance chip installation is one of the perks of diesel truck ownership. At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA, our mechanics can professionally tune and install a chip for any application, whether you drive a Cummins, Powerstroke, Duramax, or otherwise.

seat belt

At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, were huge fans of seatbelts. They dramatically reduce the chances of being injured in an automobile accident, and in many cases, they are the difference between a fatal crash and walking away unharmed. But how long has the seat belt been around? When did wearing it become law?

You’ve likely heard that diesel engines are ok to idle indefinitely, and that it’s even good for them. Where does this logic come from, and is it true? Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA has the answers.

transmission gears

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 Super Shop Automotive in Merced.

tire flat on a vehicle

It is often the last thing you check and statistically, most people ignore their tires, yet tires are undoubtedly a critical safety component on a vehicle. Here at Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA, we know where the rubber meets the road affects traction, handling, steering, stability, and braking. Because of this, sudden tire failure can have serious consequences, especially if it occurs when operating at high speeds. We thought it important to share the real facts about tires for our area drivers.

man adjusting rearview mirror

There are a lot of drivers on the road today with improperly adjusted rearview mirrors, contributing to unnecessary blind spots and potentially hazardous driving conditions. At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, we place a lot of value on efficiency; here’s how to get the most out of your mirrors.

catalytic converter

Regular maintenance checks of your vehicle will help you avoid a catalytic converter that looks like this resulting in large repair costs which is what our team here at Super Shop Automotive in Merced want to avoid at all costs! We feel that every customer has a need to know what repairs are in their future and exactly how to budget for them if need be so we check your vehicle thoroughly and keep you informed.

There are several indicators that your catalytic converter isn't functioning at maximum capacity such as:

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  • Ari Fleet
  • ASE
  • Bosch Automotive
  • Bully Dog
  • Cummins Diesel
  • Customer Savings
  • Duramax Diesel
  • Enterprise
  • Federated Car Care
  • Fleet Services
  • Ford Power Stroke Diesel
  • Hunter
  • iATN
  • Magnuson
  • MACS
  • Motorcraft Parts
  • Pet Friendly
  • Shuttle Service
  • Sinister Diesel
  • Tires
  • Wifi Available
  • Wright Fleet

Super Shop Automotive

1535 W 14th St
Merced, CA 95340
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