What to Do After You Buy a Used Vehicle in Troy
December 2, 2020
So you've bought a used vehicle in the Troy area. Do you know what you're getting? It is hard to know what you're getting because people in the Troy area sell vehicles for different reasons. Think about why you've sold vehicles. Did you just want something new or were there problems that you wan... More
Braking News: Keep Your Stopping Power
December 1, 2020
Richard Petty once told AutoNetTV, You've gotta have good brakes. If you've got good brakes you can keep yourself out of a lotta trouble.That's why a regular brake inspection is on every Troy driver's maintenance schedule. An inspection by your service advisor at Auto Lab Troy will check your br... More
Stop It! You Need Good Brakes
October 24, 2020
Good brakes are obviously very important. If you've ever had your brakes go out while you're driving around the Troy area, you'll know how terrifying it can be. Today we'll focus on how to tell when you have a brake problem and how to make good repair choices. Often, the first indication that s... More
Brake Service at Auto Lab Troy in Troy
September 22, 2020
Brakes really aren't optional equipment for Troy drivers' vehicles. And taking care of them isn't optional either.A regular brake inspection is on every Michigan driver's vehicle maintenance schedule. At Auto Lab Troy, our team will check your brake system and let you know if there are any probl... More
Hitting the Brakes in Troy
July 23, 2020
Safety should always be an element of your vehicle care. So even if you don't care about how your vehicle looks, you should practice preventive maintenance to protect yourself and other Troy drivers on the road. And good safety starts with good brakes.Brakes need a regular inspection. There ar... 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
Bad Vibes
May 17, 2020
Your vehicle has a way of letting you know when something's wrong. Consider a vibrating steering wheel. It certainly didn't do that when it was new, so that shake is trying to tell you something. There are a few things that can cause your steering wheel to vibrate as you drive down the road. One... More
Automotive Tips from Auto Lab Troy: Brake Noise
April 19, 2020
Your brake pads are the important parts that rub against the rotor (or disc) to slow and stop your car when driving in Troy. They eventually wear down.When your pads are worn too much, they wont stop your vehicle as well. When the friction material is worn away, metal parts of the pad are exposed... More
Automotive Tips from Auto Lab Troy: Rotor Problems
July 9, 2018
The brake rotor, or disc, is attached to your wheel. The brake pads rub on the rotor to slow your car when you are driving in Troy.Rotors can warp, crack or become misaligned. They can also be damaged by worn out brake pads that scratch grooves into the surface. These conditions result in less co... More
Put on the Brakes: Brake Service at Auto Lab Troy
June 5, 2018
When it comes to preventive maintenance and vehicle care, most Troy drivers know how important it is to check their brakes. But brakes are more than just brake pads and shoes. There are a lot of components in the brake system, and they all need to be in good working order.The pads and shoes are ... More