At Mid Carolina Diesel, we specialize in repairing and maintaining diesel trucks. Our team wants to help you keep your trucks in excellent condition, and we offer a comprehensive range of repair services in order to do that. One of the many services we offer is truck lighting repair—in this article, we’ll explain how to check to make sure your truck’s lighting is working correctly. If you notice problems with any part of your lighting system, don’t hesitate to give us a call. Check Headlights – The first thing you should check when testing your truck lighting is the headlights. You need your ..read more

While gasoline and diesel engines are similar in the broad strokes, diesel engines have enough specific quirks that take some getting used to. In addition, you can’t take a diesel vehicle to just any mechanic—you will need to work with diesel experts like those on our team. We at Mid Carolina Diesel have extensive experience in repairing and maintaining diesel engines, and we want to help you keep your trucks in great shape. In this article, we’ll go over three common warning signs something is wrong with your engine—if you notice any of the following issues with your vehicle, give us a call ..read more

As our company name states, we at Mid Carolina Diesel specialize in working on diesel trucks. While diesel engines are similar to gasoline engines in many ways, they also differ in many ways, and mechanics require specific training to be able to work on diesel vehicles. Our team has extensive experience in working on diesel trucks, and you can count on us to keep yours in excellent condition. In this article, we’ll go over a few ways to tell if you need diesel truck repair: Blue Exhaust – In general, diesel vehicles put out more exhaust than those that use gasoline, which can take some getti ..read more

In our experience at Mid Carolina Diesel, some people assume they can take any vehicle to any mechanic and get effective results. If you know anything about cars, trucks, or engines, then you’ll know this is not the case. Not every mechanic has the right knowledge or experience to work on every car, and most car mechanics don’t have the skills to work on diesel engines. In this article, our team will go over a few reasons why you need to take your diesel trucks to diesel mechanics like us: Specialized Knowledge – As we alluded to above, diesel engines are significantly different from gasolin ..read more

The change of seasons affects the scenery around us and the conditions of the road. For a diesel truck driver, this is particularly crucial to consider. Your truck’s safety and performance rely significantly on its tires’ quality and suitability. As the seasons change, so should your truck tires. We’ll discuss the reasons in this article. Optimal Traction and Grip- Different truck tires are designed to perform best under specific conditions. Summer tires have a harder rubber compound to resist heat better and perform optimally on dry and wet roads. On the other hand, winter tires are designe ..read more

In the world of diesel repair and maintenance, not all mechanics are created equal. The distinction between a good diesel mechanic and a great one often comes down to several key factors. Let’s explore what sets the great diesel mechanics apart. Extensive Knowledge and Experience- While a good diesel mechanic might have the necessary training, a great mechanic has years of experience and broad knowledge. They understand the intricacies of different diesel engines and systems, allowing them to diagnose and fix issues quickly and accurately. Dedication to Continuous Learning- The world of di ..read more

Ensuring the longevity and performance of your trailer tires is a critical aspect of fleet maintenance. Regular tire rotations can extend the life of your tires, improve your trailer’s stability and fuel efficiency, and enhance overall safety. Here are some signs that your trailer tires may need to be rotated: Uneven Wear- The most evident sign that your trailer tires need rotating is uneven wear. This could mean that one tire is showing more wear than the others, or there could be irregular wear on a single tire itself (such as wearing more on one side than the other). Regular rotation can ..read more

Your diesel truck’s transmission is an intricate piece of machinery critical for its optimal performance. Recognizing early warning signs that your transmission might need repair is vital to prevent further damage and avoid more costly repairs. Here are four signs that transmission repair could be in your near future: Difficulty in Shifting Gears- If you notice your truck is having difficulty shifting gears, or if there’s a delay before the gear engages, it could be a sign you need transmission repair. This may be accompanied by a jerking or shaking motion when the gears finally shift. Unu ..read more

At Mid Carolina Diesel, we have extensive experience in the automotive industry, and one of the many services we offer is body repair. Over the years, we have found that not everyone understands why it’s important to repair a vehicle’s body following an accident, believing they don’t have to worry about it as long as the engine works. Below, we’ll go over a few reasons why this thinking is misguided and explain why you need body repair services for your truck. Correct Structural Damage – Even if the damage to your vehicle looks superficial, there could be unseen damage to the main structure ..read more

While there are definitely some similarities, diesel engines are different from your everyday vehicle engines. For this reason, it’s always best to work with a qualified diesel mechanic for all of your diesel engine repair needs. Here are some of the most common problems that you may face as a diesel truck driver that can be solved with diesel engine repair services: Malfunctioning glow plugs. The glow plugs that your diesel engine uses can cause a number of problems for your truck if they are bad or damaged. Though they can last for several thousand miles, they’ll eventually need to be repl ..read more