Fuel Saving Tip: Slow Down in TroyThere’s not much Troy drivers can do about the price of gas in Michigan, but we can control - up to a point - how much we use. Our driving habits can dramatically affect our fuel economy. The first thing we can do is watch the go-pedal. Hard acceleration just sucks the gas. Gently leave stop lig... Read More Posted in Fuel Saving Tip: Slow Down on March 17, 2019 Improve Fuel Economy with Proper Maintenance at Auto Lab Troy in TroyWith Troy gas prices being what they are, many of us in Michigan are driving less and looking into purchasing smaller or more efficient vehicles. Troy area residents who have to drive a lot, have large families or need four-wheel drive are particularly hard hit by the cost of fuel in Michigan. Bu... Read More Posted in Fuel Economy on March 10, 2019 Automotive Tips from Auto Lab Troy: Tire Replacement OverviewTires are an expensive purchase, so knowing when tires should be replaced is important for Troy drivers. Tires will just wear out with normal use. The depth of the tread on your tire determines how well it will stop, start and steer – especially in wet conditions. 4/32th of an inch (3.2 mm) of ti... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on March 03, 2019 Give me a Brake (Light)!If that little brake warning light pops up on your dash, do you know what it means? Well, if you said no, you wouldn't be alone. You know it has something to do with your brakes, but exactly what? You're not sure. One of the reasons is that it could mean a lot of different things. It could be som... Read More Posted in Service Intervals on February 24, 2019 Automotive Tips from Auto Lab Troy: Serpentine Belt OverviewThe technicians at Auto Lab Troy know your serpentine belt drives important engine accessories like your alternator, air conditioning compressor, and power steering. In some cars it may also power the power brakes or water pump. The serpentine belt is powered by the engine and winds around pulley... Read More Posted in Serpentine Belt on February 19, 2019 For Brakes' Sake (Brake Rotor Service in Troy)Think of how much abuse your brakes take. Day in and day out, they stop your vehicle when it's going fast and when it's going slow. Maybe your vehicle has been vibrating when you brake, or maybe it seems like your stopping distance is a little bit longer than it used to be. Then it's time to get ... Read More Posted in Service Intervals on February 10, 2019 Don't Be FuelishIf you smell gasoline in your vehicle, pay attention to your nose. That's because it has an important message for you. Newer vehicles should never have a gasoline smell inside. One of the most dangerous conditions can come when your fuel line system has a leak or multiple leaks. Vehicles with fue... Read More Posted in Monitoring System on February 03, 2019 Wipe Out! New Wiper Blades for Troy DriversWhen people in Troy talk about vehicle safety, they think of tires and brakes. But do we think about our windshields? Isn't the ability to see a prime safety factor when it comes to driving around Michigan? Yet we often don't even notice our windshields until we can't see through them o... Read More Posted in Windshield Wipers on January 28, 2019 Wipe Out! New Wiper Blades for Troy DriversWhen people in Troy talk about vehicle safety, they think of tires and brakes. But do we think about our windshields? Isn't the ability to see a prime safety factor when it comes to driving around Michigan? Yet we often don't even notice our windshields until we can't see through them o... Read More Posted in Windshield Wipers on January 28, 2019 Wishy-Washy in TroyPerhaps you've found yourself driving when something all of a sudden splashes on your windshield, obstructing your view. You know that sinking feeling when you try to turn on the windshield washers and no fluid comes out. Now you're blinded even more. What can you do? The best thing is to make su... Read More Posted in Windshield Wipers on January 20, 2019 |
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