Automotive Industry News & Information - Harold's Used Auto Parts, Inc.

Once you have a set of new tires installed on your commercial truck or fleet vehicle, you’ll want to get the most out of them. By maintaining them correctly and inspecting them regularly, you’ll keep them on the road for many miles to come. At Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc in Philadelphia, PA we want you to be able to drive on your tires for miles, so let us help you do just that!

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 Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc in Philadelphia, PA, as well as a guide to determining if yours need replacement.

Most people ignore their tires, yet tires are undoubtedly a critical safety component on a vehicle. Here at Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc in Philadelphia, PA, 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.

A huge part of what the hydraulic system in your transmission does is tell the mechanical components what to do and when to do it. Even if you don't understand how that works, our technicians at Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc in Philadelphia, PA have trained with the best to make sure they understand all the ins and outs of your system. We want you to understand what we're talking about when we talk to you about your vehicle so we'll break down some aspects of your hydraulic system.

One of the more annoying issues a car, truck, or SUV will develop is a grinding or scraping sound when you hit the brakes. What is it, and how do you make it stop? At Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc in Philadelphia, PA we have the answer.

Once you’ve got your fleet vehicle or commercial truck back on the road, it’s important to take the proper steps to keep it that way. At Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc in Philadelphia, PA we have you covered. Sometimes engines just wear out - but there’s a good chance your last engine took a turn for the worst as a result of maintenance issues that went unnoticed or weren’t taken care of in time.

If you drive a lightweight car, truck, or SUV, the torque converter you have installed is probably just fine. For those of you with more heavy-duty applications, like high horsepower setups or towing rigs, the stock converter may not be enough. At Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc in Philadelphia, PA, we can help you determine if your torque converter is right for the job you need to be done.

At Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc in Philadelphia, PA, 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.