MaintenanceAuto Lab Troy and the Maintenance MindsetWhen it comes to their vehicles, some Troy residents don't have a maintenance mindset. They know they need to take care of their cars, but it just seems really hard to get them to remember to do it. Troy drivers generally accept that... Read More Posted in Maintenance on September 29, 2019 Make Your Vehicle LastWe live in such a disposable society. It's amazing all the stuff we throw away. New stuff comes out so fast, we just toss the old and move on. In the old days, Michigan folks were real sticklers about taking care of their things. If ... Read More Posted in Maintenance on August 18, 2019 Relax When the Wind Blows in Michigan: Winter Car Prep for Troy DriversWhen autumn comes around in Troy, leaves fall, nights get longer and there's a definite nip in the air. Time to unpack the boots and gloves and fold some extra blankets onto the beds. It's also time for Troy drivers to winterize their vehicles.Here is some expert auto advice for Troy drivers on w... Read More Posted in Maintenance on July 21, 2019 Maintenance for High Mileage Vehicles in Troy, MichiganThe median age for cars in the Troy, Michigan area was over nine years. And two-thirds had over 75,000 miles. At Auto Lab Troy we hear reports that those numbers continue to rise.If you have a high-mileage vehicle in the Troy area, bring it into Auto Lab Troy for high-mileage maintenance.... Read More Posted in Maintenance on April 21, 2019 Keys to a Long Lasting VehicleWe live in a disposable society. Everything from elaborate packaging to our clothing. Even cell phones are disposable. When replacement is cheaper than repair, the term "built to last" goes by the wayside. An exception is our vehicles. They're still a very big investment and Troy drivers w... Read More Posted in Maintenance on April 07, 2019 Hold the Oil! (Oil Pan Gasket Replacement)You've likely heard how important oil is to your vehicle's engine. Did you know that there's one part that's responsible for holding that oil so you can use it every day? It's called the oil pan, and it sits at the bottom of the engine.The oil pan is a vital, though simple, part of your engine's... Read More Posted in Maintenance on January 13, 2019 Keeping Your 'Old Faithful' Auto RunningAt Auto Lab Troy we've had a lot of Troy customers asking how they can make their vehicles last longer. These questions are actually a reflection of a trend that's been building for several years in Michigan. The median age of personal vehicles is now over nine years. And 33 percent of all vehicl... Read More Posted in Maintenance on December 10, 2018 Auto Lab Troy: Why Replace Your Engine Air Filter?Just as our bodies need clean air to function properly, your vehicle engine needs clean air to operate efficiently. Let's go egghead for a minute. For every gallon of gas we burn driving on Troy streets, 20 pounds of carbon dioxide comes out the tailpipe. Question: how can a gallon of gas... Read More Posted in Maintenance on October 28, 2018 The Importance of Troy Drivers Following Service IntervalsToday in our Auto Lab Troy blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life in Troy with recommended intervals: Let's start with twice yearly dental check-ups and regular physical exams. How about laundry, watering th... Read More Posted in Maintenance on July 30, 2018 Maintenance on My MindAsk any Troy man or woman if they've taken their vehicle in for preventive maintenance lately, and the answer may well be "no." Surveys indicate that over 80% of vehicles on the road today are in need of some kind of repair or maintenance. Now, ask that same person why he hasn't taken his car in ... Read More Posted in Maintenance on July 16, 2018 |
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