How Far We've Come (Newer Vehicle Technology)
January 1, 2021
Automotive design has come a long way since the days of the Model T, especially when it comes to safety technology. You can thank computers for a lot of the latest innovations. Here are a few that have been making their mark in recent years. Adaptive cruise control. This is cruise control with... 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
Lease or Buy?
September 25, 2020
Lease? Or buy? These are the options for Troy drivers. It's always a tough question for auto owners, but here is some info that'll help you make an informed decision.If you buy, you'll pay the full cost of the vehicle, maybe an initial down payment, monthly payments on the balance that pays down ... More
Are There Blind Spots in Troy?
September 20, 2020
All Troy drivers have blind spots and no, I'm not talking about the fact that you really don't sing like Adele. I mean the areas of the road that you can't see when you're driving around Troy.First let's talk about our own blinds spots, and then we can talk about others...To begin, we can great... More
Can Car Scent Keep You Safe on Michigan Roads?
September 8, 2020
Here's a travel tip that'll I'll bet you didn't know, and it might keep you safer...The average American commuter in Michigan spends two and a half hours daily in their vehicle.The government says 100,000 auto accidents yearly are caused by drivers who fall asleep at the wheel. (Aggressive drivin... More
Protecting Your Vehicle from Theft in Troy, Michigan
August 28, 2020
Every car in Troy, Michigan, is at risk for theft. So it's up to us to make our cars a less appealing target and more of a challenge hopefully sending potential thieves to look elsewhere.The National Insurance Crime Bureau recommends a layered approach to protecting vehicles: Common sense Visib... More
Drive Train Service in Troy at Auto Lab Troy
August 10, 2020
The drive train in your vehicle includes all the components that transfer power from the transmission to the wheels. Those components differ depending on what type of vehicle you drive, namely, front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. The preventive maintenance y... More
What Is a Differential and Do You Have One?
July 12, 2020
With front-wheel drive being so common these days in Troy, Michigan, the differential is just taken care of during a transmission service, so most Troy drivers don't even have to think about it. And rear-wheel drive differentials don't need to be serviced for years, so it's understandable that i... More
Vive la Differential at Auto Lab Troy in Troy
July 7, 2020
There are a lot of drivers in Troy who are due for a differential service, but had never heard of a differential before. With front-wheel drive being so common in Michigan these days, the differential is just taken care of during a transmission service, so most Troy folks don't even have to thin... 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