Diesel Maintenance for Michigan
October 13, 2020
At Auto Lab Troy we hear from a lot of people who are excited about the new diesel engines that will soon be available in passenger cars and SUV's. But our Michigan friends are often curious about the preventive maintenance requirements. People may not know that diesel engines have long been use... More
Nighttime Visibility in Troy
October 12, 2020
There are a number of factors that contribute to the high nighttime accident rate in the Troy area, things like drowsy driving and a higher rate of impaired driving. Without a doubt, visibility is a major contributor. Let's focus on visibilityIt's said that 90 percent of our driving decisions are... More
Ethics of Automotive Repair in Troy
October 11, 2020
We're going to be talking about the ethics of automotive repair. It seems like news outlets really like hit-and-run reporting; they hit everyone from groceries stores to retail to physicians. And the Troy automotive service and repair industry hasn't been given a pass either.Unfortunately, every ... More
A Real "Pane" (Window Maintenance and Repair)
October 11, 2020
It's pretty frustrating when your driver's window won't work. You can't get your food at the drive-thru without opening the door, have a tough time using the ATM from your vehicle, can't have that fresh breeze blowing through your hair as you listen to your favorite road tunes. Plus, there's a s... More
Stay Headed in the Right Direction, Troy
October 10, 2020
Power steering is standard on nearly every vehicle in Troy, Michigan, these days. Now there are some exotic, new types of power steering systems, but for the most part, the general setup is a pump that's driven by a belt powered by the engine. Contact the automotive professionals at Auto Lab Tro... More
Drive Train - What You Need to Know in Troy
October 9, 2020
One Troy automotive service issue that doesn't get much attention is driveline service. Drivelines don't get talked about very much around Troy, but they're very important. First let's define what the driveline is:Taking a small step back, the power plant is comprised of the engine and transmissi... More
Maintaining Your Older Car in Troy, Michigan
October 8, 2020
The government mandates a lot of equipment on cars in Troy, Michigan: emission devices and control computers, safety equipment like airbags and crash worthiness requirements. All of this is great for the Troy motoring public, but it does add quite a bit to the price of a new vehicle.Because new v... More
Auto Lab Troy: Good Service and Good Fuel Economy
October 7, 2020
Most Troy auto owners want to save on gas and seek our advice on improving economy. At Auto Lab Troy, we are frequently asked, however, if it is really worth the extra effort. Just how much money can Troy drivers actually save?In today's Auto Lab Troy article, we're focusing on the things you ca... More
Fuel Injection Basics for Troy
October 6, 2020
All modern Troy vehicles come with fuel injection systems, so it's a topic Troy drivers need to know something about. The mighty fuel injector is a valve that delivers the gas or diesel fuel to the right place, in the right amount at the right timeto be mixed with air and burned in the engine.So ... More
Fuel Filter Service in Troy, Michigan
October 5, 2020
There are a surprising number of small, inexpensive parts that can lead to expensive engine damage when they fail. It doesn't seem right.Fortunately a lot of those things can be taken care of in routine maintenance. They may not be easy to remember because it is a long list, but your service cent... More