Automotive Industry News & Information - Nott's Automotive

You may have heard the term CV axle before in reference to your car but aren’t entirely sure what it means. Here’s your answer, from Nott's Automotive in Sarasota, FL, as well as a guide to determining if yours need replacement.

Once you know what's in your transmission, and what’s connected to it, it’s much easier to understand how it works. Let's take a look at how it all comes together. At Nott's Automotive in Sarasota, FL, we want to make sure you know how your car works so you can keep it in great condition.

At Nott's Automotive in Sarasota, FL, we know that transmissions are witchcraft to most people. More often than not, if major damage has occurred, it’s a lot more time and cost-effective to just replace the entire unit and get a fresh start. Our trained technicians at Nott's Automotive want to keep you informed so you are aware of what to look out for.

Now that you know why your turbo is necessary, you’ll want to know what the turbocharger is made of. Turbos are intricate and precise components, but not actually all that complicated or difficult to understand. Here’s a rundown on the parts of a turbocharger, from Nott's Automotive in Sarasota, FL.

hands putting on tire in shop with a power tool

Ever looked at the bottom of your shoes and noticed that one area of the sole is more worn than another? The way you walk causes a wear pattern to occur as you put more weight on certain areas of your feet. If your shoe needed work, you would take it to a cobbler.

At Nott's Automotive in Sarasota, FL, we understand how frustrating it is when your vehicle makes mysterious noises that it shouldn’t be making. Here’s a rundown on suspension bushings, to help you figure out what that sound is you keep hearing.

Is your engine knocking or ticking? Here’s some information on engine noises, what they mean, and what to do about it, from Nott's Automotive in Sarasota, FL.

Whenever your engine starts making a noise it shouldn’t be making, it’s always a cause for concern. If you’re hearing a rhythmic ticking or knocking sound, definitely have it checked into immediately. Here are some causes of engine ticks and knocks, and what to do about them.

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