Automotive Tips from Top Tech Auto Repair Royal Oak: When to Replace a Damaged Tire
November 12, 2023
Repair or Replace? Thats a question Royal Oak drivers ask when they have tire damage. Some punctures cannot be repaired because of their size or location. Punctures larger than a quarter of an inch (6.4 mm) are considered too large to be safely repaired. Punctures in the sidewall or near the shou... More
Automotive Tips from Top Tech Auto Repair Royal Oak: Tire Replacement Overview
May 14, 2023
Tires are an expensive purchase, so knowing when tires should be replaced is important for Royal Oak drivers. Tires will just wear out with normal use. The depth of the tread on your tire determines how well it will stop, start and steer especially in wet conditions. 4/32th of an inch (3.2 mm) o... More
Winter Tires
July 8, 2022
What type of technology do you use? Do you prefer an 8-track tape or an iPod? When it comes to winter tires, much of Royal Oak 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 t... More
Why Wheel Balancing and Tire Rotation Save You Money on Tires
July 3, 2022
Royal Oak 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 stee... More
Treat Your Vehicle to Good Tires at Top Tech Auto Repair Royal Oak
June 26, 2022
When 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... More
Keep Your Tires Well Rounded in Royal Oak: Tire Rotation and Wheel Balancing at Top Tech Auto Repair Royal Oak
May 22, 2022
Taking care of our tires is part of vehicle care for Royal Oak drivers. We know they have to be replaced when they wear out, but tires also require some preventive maintenance. This maintenance will improve and extend the life of the tires, so it's well worth the effort and expense for Royal Oak... More
When Are Your Tires Worn Out?
October 10, 2021
Hey Royal Oak area drivers, are your tires worn out? What is the standard for our Michigan streets? How can you tell on your vehicle?While there may be legal requirements for the Royal Oak area, there are safety concerns that go beyond meeting minimum replacement mandates.Two-thirty-seconds of ... More
The Fallacy of Cheap Tires
June 6, 2021
Do you ever shop for shoes in one of our Royal Oak area shoe stores?When buying a running shoe, is quality important?Does durability matter as long as the shoes look fabulous?Would you rather have one pair of long lasting shoes or two pair of lower quality shoes at the same price?Is the warranty... More
All About Your TPMS in Royal Oak
February 28, 2021
Royal Oak drivers know that underinflated tires wear out more quickly. Underinflation is also a major cause of tire failure for Michigan auto owners. More flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances are all results of underinflated tires.It's hard for many Royal Oak drivers to tell when... More
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Wheel Bearings
January 31, 2021
Why are wheel bearings for Royal Oak vehicles important? It's simple: your wheel bearings keep the wheels on your vehicle. In today's Top Tech Auto Repair Royal Oak post, we'll discuss more about wheel bearings and how you can make sure they can do their very job while you drive around Royal Oak,... More