When Metal Meets Metal (Wheel Bearings)

February 23, 2020

What part of your vehicle has little metal balls inside that are lubricated and allow you to cruise on down the road? They are wheel bearings, and automotive designers might argue they are human beings' second greatest invention of all time (the first is, of course, the wheel!). You have a wheel... More

Economics of Maintenance for Troy Auto Owners

February 16, 2020

Buying a new car in Troy is always a big financial decision. The allure of that new car smell is powerful, to be sure. But what if your current car is still in good shape? How do you decide?People in Troy who've been used to driving a new car every three to five years may be having second though... More

Fall and Spring Checkup in Troy

February 9, 2020

When I was a kid, my dad always made sure he took the cars in for Spring and Fall checkups. I was telling a friend that it's about time to get into Auto Pro Troy for a checkup and he said that he read on the internet that modern cars don't need seasonal service.My friend is (technically) right ab... More

Ask Auto Pro Troy: What Happens When a Serpentine Belt Breaks?

February 2, 2020

The serpentine belt is aptly named since it snakes around under your hood. It may lack its namesake's fangs, but it sure packs a wallop when it breaks.The serpentine belt powers a lot of engine systems. It runs the alternator, which charges the battery; the water pump (on some vehicles), which co... More