Automotive Industry News & Information - Hoff's Automotive, Inc.

At Hoff's Automotive, Inc. in Hackettstown, we are quite familiar with the potential for easy maintenance and repair items to become much larger problems. One such issue is the infamous stuck lug nut. You go to change your tire, or a basic maintenance shop tries to take your wheel off, and you discover a lug nut that simply refuses to budge. Now what do you do?

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 played a major role in reducing the number of injuries and deaths in traffic collisions.

Making the call to get a new transmission can be difficult. At Hoff's Automotive, Inc. in Hackettstown, NJ, we’re here to help you make the right choice.

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 need to know about billet torque converters, from Hoff's Automotive, Inc. in Hackettstown, NJ.

Whether you drive a Duramax, Cummins, or Powerstroke diesel pickup, you have an exhaust system that is prone to failure. When you have a leak that needs attention, Hoff's Automotive, Inc. in Hackettstown, NJ can help.

Exhaust issues aren’t typically a big deal, which means they tend to be neglected. As long as the truck is still running right, many people don’t make the time to have an issue taken care of. Plus, exhaust systems are particularly susceptible to problems.

Keeping up with oil changes is one of the most important aspects of keeping your engine in good shape. However, you've probably noticed that the price of oil changes can vary pretty dramatically depending on what you get, and the oil all looks the same. Here's a breakdown of the difference between synthetic and conventional oil, from Hoff's Automotive, Inc. in Hackettstown, NJ.

Your radiator hoses are under a lot of pressure, in both the figurative and literal sense. From Hoff's Automotive, Inc. in Hackettstown, NJ, here’s what you need to know about the radiator hoses on your car, truck, or SUV.

At Hoff's Automotive, Inc. in Hackettstown, NJ, our objective is to keep your diesel truck on the road, where it belongs. Whether it’s maintenance, repair, or information that keeps you from needing a repair, we do our best to keep you informed on how to best take care of your diesel truck. Cavitation is a leading killer of diesel engines. It’s an interesting process, albeit an expensive one if your diesel engine is a victim of cavitation. From our team here at Hoff's Automotive, Inc., here's what you should look out for: