Tires and WheelsUnder Pressure in Troy: TPMSHave you noticed an increase in price when you get a flat tire fixed in Troy, or have your tires rotated? It might be the result of your TPMS, or Tire Pressure Monitoring System.The federal government began requiring a TPMS system on 2008 model year passenger vehicles and light trucks. Some 2006... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on August 07, 2022 Automotive Tips from Auto Pro Troy: Where Should New Tires Be PlacedWhen Troy drivers need to replace tires, they need to know how many they should get and on which axle they should be placed. Replacing a damaged tire may leave you with three others with significant wear, which could affect your traction control, stability control and anti-lock brake systems.If y... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on June 26, 2022 Tire Rotation and Balancing at Auto Pro Troy in TroyTires do a lot of work for Troy drivers. They transfer engine power and braking forces to the road; they handle steering control; and they cushion all those bumps and jolts while driving around Troy. They also support the entire weight of the vehicle, including you and your passengers. With such... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on October 25, 2020 Why Wheel Balancing and Tire Rotation Save You Money on TiresTroy drivers want their tires to last as long as possible. Two ways to extend tire life are wheel balancing and tire rotation.When wheels are out of balance, they wobble and vibrate. That makes the tires wear in a cupping pattern. If a front wheel is out of balance you'll feel it in the steering ... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on October 11, 2020 Winter TiresWhat 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 ... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on July 12, 2020 Treat Your Vehicle to Good Tires at Auto Pro TroyWhen we shop for shoes, most of us know that we can get two pairs of cheap shoes or one good pair for about the same price. And since the two cheap pairs wear out in about the same time as the good pair, there really is no difference in cost. If you like having a closet full of shoes to match yo... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on July 09, 2020 Troy Safety Systems: Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemFlats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances can all be the result of Troy auto owners driving around on under-inflated tires. Admittedly, its hard to tell when a radial tire is under-inflated. If your vehicle manufacturer recommends 35 pounds of pressure, your SUV tires considere... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on June 18, 2020 Shake It up in Troy!: Why Wheel BalancingOur vehicles are not massage chairs. While we may enjoy a good vibration in an overstuffed recliner, we generally want as smooth a ride as possible in our vehicles. One way to achieve this is to keep a vehicle's wheels in balance.When a tire is mounted onto a wheel, it is usually out of balance... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on June 15, 2020 Fuel Saving Tip: Tire Pressure Saves Fuel in TroyUnderinflated tires waste gas for lots of folks in the Troy 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 gas to get fro... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on June 10, 2020 Auto Pro Troy Advice on Buying New TiresToday's tires and wheels offer a lot of options for every Troy driver's style, habits and driving conditions.Tires are designed for high-performance in winter or summer and even come in a long-wearing variety for all Michigan seasons.Troy off-roaders should be excited about the options available... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on June 07, 2020 |
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