Automotive News & Information - Palm Beach Performance

With all fleets and commercial vehicles, there comes a time you have to decide - do we fix this vehicle, or replace it? At Palm Beach Performance in West Palm Beach, FL, we’re here to help you figure that out.

Manual transmissions are generally more reliable than automatic transmissions. They don’t have as many parts, aren’t as complex, and can take a lot more abuse. However, if an issue is allowed to persist, more and more damage to surrounding components on your manual transmission will occur. Palm Beach Performance in West Palm Beach, FL can help you take care of your car as soon as you notice a problem.

So, you’ve determined your transmission is bad. What next? Palm Beach Performance in West Palm Beach, FL is here to help.

There are a few things to consider when your transmission goes out. You might feel inclined to just get a new car...but should you? Here are some factors to think about.

There have been a lot of technological advancements, and breakthroughs in efficiency to make modern cars, trucks, and SUVs so much more fuel-efficient than their counterparts. While engine design certainly plays a huge role, automatic transmissions have come a long way as well, contributing greatly to the gas mileage of your vehicle. From Palm Beach Performance in West Palm Beach, FL, here are some ways transmissions have changed to meet the demands of fuel efficiency.

jumper cables being held by person in front of car

If you drive a luxury or performance vehicle, you’re an owner of a reliable machine. Still, occasionally problems do arise. On vehicles like these, with so many electronics, a dead battery is a common issue. At Palm Beach Performance we want to keep our customers informed, here’s how to jump-start your vehicle safely.

You’ve likely encountered someone talking about their car or truck transmission "slipping”. What does that mean, why does it do it, and where do you go from here? At Palm Beach Performance in West Palm Beach, FL, our trained staff has the answers to get you safely back on the road. Transmission slippage is certainly one of the most dreaded issues you face as the owner of a car or truck’s and there are some indicators that let you know that something is wrong.

hand on the manual gearbox of a stick shift

Manual transmissions aren’t necessarily simple, but they’re much easier to understand in concept than their automatic counterparts. You’re probably aware there are gears in manual transmissions - but there’s a little more to it than that. Here are some of the major components you’ll find in a manual transmission.

If you drive a Jaguar, BMW, Land Rover, Porsche, Subaru, or other luxury or performance vehicle, the last thing you want to do is start your engine to be met with the sound of a screeching drive belt. Fortunately, we at Palm Beach Performance in West Palm Beach, FL have you covered.