Hey Troy Drivers; What Is the Most Distracting Food?
February 28, 2016
So what is the most distracting food to have in the car while driving around Troy?Is it: A Hamburger; Coffee; A Soft Drink, or Gummy Bears? Well, you may be surprised to learn that all but the gummy bears are in the top ten most distracting foods when you are driving. But if you chose 'coffee,'... More
Auto Pro Troy Maintenance Tips: The Belt Goes On
February 28, 2016
All Troy service advisors know that without the alternator, the battery will go dead in a few miles. The serpentine belt may also run the pumps for both the power steering and power brakes. And on many vehicles, the serpentine belt powers the water pump. The water pump circulates coolant throug... More
Synthetic Oil for Troy Autos
February 27, 2016
If you are a driver in Troy and you aren't currently using synthetic motor oil in your vehicle, maybe now's the time to consider it. Need more information? Well, synthetic motor oil is a substitute for petroleum based oil. Synthetic oil doesn't gel or gum-up like petroleum based oil and it does... More
Get Where You're Going with Power Steering Service in Troy
February 26, 2016
Today we're going to talk about power steering service in Troy. If you took an informal poll around Troy you'd probably find that most vehicle owners have never heard of power steering service. That's not surprising. Even though power steering is standard on every vehicle, most people in Troy are... More
The Right Fluids for Your Vehicle
February 25, 2016
The current vehicles in the market have over a century of engineering behind them. They have evolved into complex and powerful machines. Developments in their engines, however, have coincided with advances in many other vehicle components, including the fluids.It's up to people in Troy to always... More
What's up with Diesels in Troy?
February 24, 2016
Would you be surprised to learn that about half of the passenger cars in Europe have diesel engines? You might also be surprised to learn that most manufacturers produce a variety of diesel-fueled cars for purchase abroad.Diesel-fueled vehicles haven't been as popular in the North American marke... More
On Board Diagnostics for Troy Motorists
February 23, 2016
Some Troy vehicle owners wonder why Auto Pro Troy and other Troy auto repair shops charge a fee for vehicle diagnostics. Receiving a diagnostic charge at Auto Pro Troy for a tricky automotive problem shouldn't be a surprise. In the Troy area, automotive diagnostics can cover quite a range. If yo... More
Finding Vehicle Recall Information in Troy, Michigan
February 22, 2016
No matter how well they're made, vehicles in Troy, Michigan, will have design or manufacturing problems. And when the government thinks a problem is really serious for people in Troy, Michigan, they require the manufacturer to issue a recall notice and fix the vehicle free of charge. The manufac... More
Fuel Injection Basics for Troy
February 21, 2016
All modern Troy vehicles come with fuel injection systems, so it's a topic Troy drivers need to know something about. The mighty fuel injector is a valve that delivers the gas or diesel fuel to the right place, in the right amount at the right timeto be mixed with air and burned in the engine.So ... More
Getting New Tires in Troy?
February 20, 2016
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