How to Know When to Change Your Oil at Auto Lab Troy

June 30, 2020

Today in the Auto Lab Troy auto care blog, we're going to talk to Troy drivers about oil change intervals. It seems that as engine technology advances, oil change intervals become longer for Auto Lab Troy customers. For example, recently four of the world's largest vehicle manufacturer's shorten... More

What to Do in Case of an Accident in Troy

June 29, 2020

Screeching tires, crunching metal it's an accident! If you've ever been in a car accident in Troy, even a minor one, you know how upsetting it can be. It's hard to think straight and know what to do.Let's review what Troy drivers should do in case of an accident:When an accident occurs, you sho... More

Are Modern Vehicles Maintenance Free?

June 28, 2020

In our auto video today we'll be talking with Alan Peterson about myths surrounding automotive maintenance. You can lump these myths into the statement that "modern vehicles are so reliable, they are virtually maintenance free."Any good myth has some elements of truth. No offense to Troy Bigfoot... More

Time for a Brake (Brake Pad Replacement)

June 28, 2020

Stop! It's one of those things your vehicle has to do consistently and reliably. That's why brake maintenance is vitally important, worthwhile for you to make sure stays up to date. A brake system has many components. If your vehicle has disc brakes, they have pads that make contact with the rot... More

Smart Troy Drivers Protect Against Overheating

June 27, 2020

Engines get hot when they run. This heat can build up and damage vital engine parts, so engines need a cooling system to keep them running. Cooling system failure is the most common mechanical failure in vehicles. This is unfortunate, because these failures are usually easy for Troy drivers to p... More

Good Timing: Proper Timing Belt Replacement Saves Money for Troy Drivers

June 26, 2020

Knowing how their engine works can help Troy drivers make informed decisions about auto care and prevent repairs to their vehicles. This is especially true when it comes to timing belts.An engine's power is generated in the cylinders. Inside the cylinder is a piston that moves up and down while ... More

Keeping Your Car Young in Troy

June 25, 2020

As Troy consumers, we live in a disposable society. It's amazing all the stuff we throw away.New stuff comes out so fast in Michigan, and much of it is fairly cheap, so we just toss the old and move on. It seems like when we were kids our parents were real sticklers about taking care of our stuff... More

Blind Spot Safety for Troy Driving

June 24, 2020

Blind spots may be a good thing when it comes to a spouse's annoying habits, but when driving an automobile in Troy, they are definitely to be avoided. So, while it's not good marital advice, it's good auto advice to minimize your own blind spots and stay out of other Troy drivers' blind spots, ... More

Is Your Troy Driving Severe?

June 23, 2020

People near Troy, Michigan, often ask Auto Lab Troy how often they should have a particular service done. It's a great thing to ask. You can look at your owner's manual or have your Troy, Michigan, service advisor at Auto Lab Troy look up your vehicle in a service database. What you find is often... More

ICE - In Case Of Emergency In Troy Michigan

June 22, 2020

When accidents occur in Troy, Michigan, the victims' emergency contacts are extremely important. Too often, those involved aren't able to provide rescuers with phone numbers and medical information.When Michigan police and rescue workers must sift through pockets, glove compartments, wallets, pu... More