Automobile Fluids For Your SUV
December 12, 2014
If you've walked through the automotive fluids of an auto parts store in Rochester hills, you'll know how overwhelming the sheer number of products available can be. How do you know what's right for your vehicle? As you know, these fluids all serve a function in making your car run ... More
Breathe Deep With Your Cabin Air Filter
December 2, 2014
Bad air quality while you're driving around Rochester is nothing to sneeze at. But seriously, more and more vehicles these days come equipped with a cabin air filter. Since they're fairly new on the scene, a lot of folks don't know about them yet. These filters clean the air in the p... More
Super Slick at Gary Knurek GoodYear in Troy: Synthetic Oil
November 25, 2014
When you get an oil change, its always a safe bet to just use the type of oil the car maker recommends. But sometimes were asked if wed like conventional or synthetic motor oil. We glance at the price tags on the two options and choose the cheaper one. But in this case, the more e... More
It Is Time To Check Your Intervals
November 19, 2014
Part of the engineering that goes into designing a vehicle is testing the components to ensure that they meet durability and safety standards. Because of this, manufacturers have a good idea as to how long the parts in your vehicle will last under normal driving conditions. For th... More
Nighttime Visibility In Rochester hills
November 12, 2014
There are a number of factors that contribute to the high nighttime accident rate in the greater Rochester hills area, things like drowsy driving and a higher rate of impaired driving. Without a doubt, visibility is a major contributor. Let's focus on visibility It's said that 90 per... More
The Gary Knurek GoodYear Guide To Tire Specs
November 5, 2014
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... More
Fuel Saving Tip: Tire Pressure Saves Fuel In Rochester
October 29, 2014
Under-inflated tires waste gas for lots of folks in the Rochester area. Think how hard it is to walk in sand you just have to work harder because of the resistance. When your tires don't have enough air in them, their rolling resistance is dramatically increased and it simply takes ... More
Battery Replacement For Your SUV
October 23, 2014
Modern cars and trucks in and around Troy run on 12 volt electrical systems. 12 volts is enough to get the job done for Troy car owners without having so much power that there is danger of electrocution. But today's vehicles have more electrical components and do-dads than ever befor... More
Troy Drivers Severe Service Maintenance Schedules
October 16, 2014
Since driving requirements and lifestyles differ among Troy auto owners, SUV vehicle manufacturers publish two auto maintenance schedules: the regular schedule and the severe service schedule. Which schedule should Troy car owners follow? Here are some questions to ask yourself:Are m... More
The Gary Knurek GoodYear Guide To Custom Wheels
October 7, 2014
If youre interested in customizing the wheels and tires on your SUV, there are a few things you should know first. Most importantly, the wheels you buy need to fit your vehicle. Not all wheels are created equal. Too many Troy car owners have bought a set of wheels that caught their eye, then, a... More