Ethics of Automotive Repair in Walled Lake
August 21, 2014
We're going to be talking about the ethics of automotive repair. It seems like news outlets really like hit-and-run reporting; they hit everyone from groceries stores to retail to physicians. And the Walled Lake automotive service and repair industry hasn't been given a pass either. ... More
Saving Lives In Walled Lake With Tire Pressure
August 13, 2014
All new passenger vehicles on our Walled Lake Michigan roads now have tire pressure monitoring systems TPMS for short. They are designed to alert you if your tires are under inflated. Since they are fairly new, a lot of people have questions about TPMS. First off, the most importan... More
Maintenance Free Myth
August 12, 2014
Sometimes we hear Walled Lake drivers say, "What's up with all this maintenance stuff? Modern cars just don't break down." While it is true that today's cars and trucks are extremely reliable, they are also becoming increasingly complicated and use more exotic materials than ever befo... More
Watching Your Check Engine Light
August 5, 2014
Did you know that most of the cars driving around Walled Lake, Michigan carry more computer power than the Apollo 121 Lunar Module that landed on the moon in 1969? New cars sold in the Detroit area have as many as twelve networked computers and over five miles (eight kilometers) of w... More
Stop It! You Need Good Brakes
August 1, 2014
Good brakes are obviously very important. If you've ever had your brakes go out while you're driving around the Detroit 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 in... More
The Easy Way To Save Cash In Walled Lake
July 25, 2014
The hottest Michigan news story may be different everyday, but theres one topic that seems to come up over and over again the price of gas in Walled Lake. If you feel like most of your paycheck goes into your gas tank, this post is for you. Here are several basic things Walled Lake... More
Emergency Items For Detroit auto owners
June 3, 2014
Safe Michigan travel starts with preventive maintenance and good car care at Tuffy Walled Lake. But there are other things Walled Lake motorists can do to prepare for emergencies on the road. Heres some auto advice that can help you plan for emergencies, and just may save your life ... More
Does Your Car Have A Recall Item?
May 29, 2014
No matter how well theyre made, cars are bound to have problems with their design or manufacturing. Think of all the moving parts. When the government thinks a problem is really serious, they require the car maker to issue recall notices to Walled Lake residents and to fix the affect... More
The Harm In Skipping An Oil Change For Walled Lake Drivers
May 17, 2014
People in Walled Lake have been hearing a lot about higher oil change intervals these days. Maybe you're wondering: What are the key issues? Some new vehicle manufacturers in Walled Lake are now recommending much higher oil change intervals than they have in the past. As much as 5,00... More
Drive Train - What You Need to Know In Walled Lake
May 14, 2014
One Walled Lake automotive service issue that doesn't get much attention is driveline service. Drivelines don't get talked about very much around Detroit, but they're very essential. First let's define what the driveline is: Taking a small step back, the power plant is comprised of t... More