Make Your Battery Last

November 15, 2020

Today's report from Auto Lab Troy is on vehicle batteries, why they die and what we can do to lengthen their life. Most of us have had a dead battery at one time or another. In fact, it would be very unusual if you hadn't. You may be surprised to learn that only 30 percent of Troy vehicle batteri... More

Charge It in Troy for Extended Battery Life

November 9, 2020

Here's an interesting statistic for our in Troy, Michigan, drivers: Only 30 percent of car batteries make it to 48 months. And the life expectancy varies by where you live. It ranges from 51 months in extremely cold areas to just 30 months in extremely hot climates.Why is that? It turns out that... More

Battery Replacement at Auto Lab Troy in Troy

November 2, 2020

Hello, welcome to Auto Lab Troy. Today's focus is batteries. It seems like everything in Troy runs on batteries. Of course, the batteries we're most concerned with here at Auto Lab Troy are those in our customer's vehicles. Just like the batteries in our smoke detectors or TV remote, they wear ... More

Automobile Fluids For Your vehicle

October 17, 2020

If you've walked through the automotive fluids section of an auto parts store in Troy, you'll know how overwhelming the sheer number of products available can be. How do you know what's right for your vehicle?As you know, these fluids all serve a function in making your car run as you drive arou... More

Auto Lab Troy Guide to Using the Correct Fluids in Your Vehicle

October 14, 2020

Today's Auto Lab Troy post focuses on using coolant. If you pour in the wrong kind, it won't protect the cooling system and may even void the warranty. Check your vehicle owner's manual. Of course, your Auto Lab Troy service advisor will know the proper coolant for your vehicle.Brake fluid is c... More

The Right Fluids for Your Vehicle

August 24, 2020

The current vehicles in the market have over a century of engineering behind them. They have evolved into complex and powerful machines. Developments in their engines, however, have coincided with advances in many other vehicle components, including the fluids.It's up to people in Troy to always... More

Using Proper Fluids in Your vehicle

August 22, 2020

Today, Auto Lab Troy is writing about the proper fluids for your vehicle. It's become more complicated with changes in automotive design and manufacturing. It's not that people in Troy are confused as much as they don't realize how much things have changed in recent years. If you have questions ... More

A New Battery in Troy

August 11, 2020

Hello Troy drivers, let's talk about batteries. Car batteries are just like any rechargeable battery. They will eventually wear out and die. If you are shopping for a new battery in Troy, here's some auto advice to help you.There are two measurements to consider when purchasing a new battery: co... More

Battery Basics for Troy

July 22, 2020

It's important for Troy drivers to know battery basics. First, let's talk about which is harder on a battery hot or cold Michigan weather. Most Troy area drivers think it's cold weather because that's when we call on our batteries to have enough power to start a cold vehicle engine. However, he... More

Super Slick at Auto Lab Troy in Troy: Synthetic Oil

July 6, 2020

When you get an oil change, it's always a safe bet to just use the type of oil the manufacturer recommends. But sometimes we're asked if we'd like conventional or synthetic motor oil. We glance at the price tags on the two options and choose the cheaper one. But in this case, the more expensive ... More