Archives for Feb 2016
Automotive Tips from Auto Lab Troy: Alignment Inspection
February 29, 2016
Uneven tire wear, the car pulling to one side or a steering wheel that is off-center are signs for Troy drivers that their wheels may be out of alignment.When doing an alignment inspection, the service advisor at Auto Lab Troy will inspect your tires for uneven wear as well as suspension and stee... More
Let Auto Lab Troy Help You Extend the Life of Your Car
February 29, 2016
If you haven't shopped in the Troy area for a new vehicle recently, you're likely to experience some sticker shock. It seems everything is costing more these days. And when you consider the price of auto financing in Troy, and insurance, the idea of hanging on to your old vehicle for a few more y... More
What's up with Diesels in Troy?
February 28, 2016
Would you be surprised to learn that about half of the passenger cars in Europe have diesel engines? You might also be surprised to learn that most manufacturers produce a variety of diesel-fueled cars for purchase abroad.Diesel-fueled vehicles haven't been as popular in the North American marke... More
Automotive Tips from Auto Lab Troy: Knowing When Your Timing Belt Should Be Replaced
February 27, 2016
The timing belt in your engine controls the opening and closing of the intake and exhaust valves. Troy drivers need to replace it on a schedule to avoid failure.Timing belts are very difficult to get to, requiring quite a bit of labor to access. Timing belt replacement is one of the more expensiv... More
Auto Lab Troy Often Asked About Premium vs. Regular Gas
February 26, 2016
Troy residents often ask the question: "Will using premium gas make my car run better?" The answer is simple. But first, let's talk about what exactly premium gasoline is.Different grades of gasoline have different octane ratings. Regular gasoline has the lowest octane rating and premium the hig... More
How Much is Enough for Troy Auto Owners? Tire Tread Depth
February 25, 2016
Most Troy drivers know that tires wear out and that the wear has to do with tread depth. Most of us have heard that bald tires are dangerous, but most of us picture a tire with no tread at all when we think of a bald tire. And when we take our vehicles in for preventive maintenance, the technici... More
Treat Your Vehicle to Good Tires at Auto Lab Troy
February 25, 2016
When we shop for shoes, most of us know that we can get two pairs of cheap shoes or one good pair for about the same price. And since the two cheap pairs wear out in about the same time as the good pair, there really is no difference in cost. If you like having a closet full of shoes to match yo... More
Direct Fuel Injection Update from Auto Lab Troy
February 24, 2016
For those of you in Troy, Michigan who pay attention to these things, you may have been hearing about the new direct injection engines and want to learn more about them. Some deliver the power of a V8 with the economy of a V6.For example, in one family of engines the conventional V6 makes about ... More
Below 45 Degrees in Troy: Consider Winter Tires
February 18, 2016
Remember snow tires? They were basically just regular tires with big, knobby lugs to get them through deep snow. They were loud and rode hard, and Troy drivers couldnt wait to get them off the car. Then along came television advertisements for all-season radials. Michigan car owners... More
Another Couple of Years: Making Your Vehicle Last With Help From Auto Lab Troy
February 17, 2016
A while back, the Cash for Clunkers program was all over the Michigan news. Troy people could trade in their old vehicle for a new one that got better fuel efficiency and receive a government rebate. A lot of Troy motorists had so-called clunkers that they wanted to keep. Theyre go... More