The Auto Lab Troy Guide to Tire Specs
June 18, 2023
You know you need new tires, but you're not sure what type. You look at a tire to get the size: 225, 50, R, 16, 92, H. All the way to the Troy service center you keep repeating it over and over. You even say it over in your mind while waiting in line. Then you get to the counter and the manager ... More
Winter Tires
November 18, 2020
What type of technology do you use? Do you prefer an 8-track tape or an iPod? When it comes to winter tires, much of Troy driver's perception dates back to when 8-track was the best way to listen to the Bee Gees.Twenty years ago in Michigan, winter tires differed from highway tires only in their ... More
Troy, Michigan Winter Prep Service for Your Auto
November 7, 2020
When winter approaches in Michigan, Troy residents break out the sweaters, coats, boots and mittens. We want to be ready for Michigan winter conditions. Your vehicle needs to be ready for winter as well. The last thing Troy residents want is to get stranded out in the cold. You need your vehicle ... More
The Fallacy of Cheap Tires
October 18, 2020
Do you ever shop for shoes in one of our Rochester Hills area shoe stores?When buying a running shoe, is quality important?Does durability matter as long as the shoes look fabulous?Would you rather have one pair of long lasting shoes or two pair of lower quality shoes at the same price?Is the wa... More
Wheel Balancing at Auto Lab Troy
October 15, 2020
So you love your job, and your family life is great. Congratulations! You have achieved balance. But can you say the same for your wheels? Troy drivers can tell if their tires are out of balance by vibrations at higher speeds on Michigan roads. If one of the front tires is out, you feel the vibr... More
Getting New Tires in Troy?
September 26, 2020
There are so many tire choices in the Troy area that selecting the right one can be a bit overwhelming for drivers. And even though it's kind of fun to have new tires on your vehicle, they're a significant investment for most Troy area folks so you want do it right.Tip: talk with your friendly an... More
Tire Tread Depth for Troy, Michigan Drivers
September 21, 2020
Driving on bald tires is like playing roulette. Though you may be fine today, eventually your luck is going to run out.The Feds don't have any laws for tread depth, but 42 of the states, and all of Canada, do have regulations. They consider 2/32 of an inch to be the minimum legal tread depth. Tw... More
All About Your TPMS in Troy
September 15, 2020
Troy drivers know that underinflated tires wear out more quickly. Underinflation is also a major cause of tire failure for Michigan auto owners. More flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances are all results of underinflated tires.It's hard for many Troy drivers to tell when a radial ... More
When Are Your Tires Worn Out?
September 2, 2020
Hey Troy area drivers, are your tires worn out? What is the standard for our Michigan streets? How can you tell on your vehicle?While there may be legal requirements for the Troy area, there are safety concerns that go beyond meeting minimum replacement mandates.Two-thirty-seconds of an inch is... More
Tire Maintenance in Troy
August 27, 2020
With the recent focus in the Troy area on improving fuel economy, we've been told how important it is to maintain our tire pressure.Troy drivers know that tires wear out, but we want to make them last as long as possible because they're not cheap to replace. In addition to saving gas, properly i... More