How to Know When to Change Your Oil at Tire Warehouse Depot
June 29, 2022
Today in the Tire Warehouse Depot auto care blog, we're going to talk to Lake Orion drivers about oil change intervals. It seems that as engine technology advances, oil change intervals become longer for Tire Warehouse Depot customers. For example, recently four of the world's largest vehicle ma... More
Battery Basics for Lake Orion
June 26, 2022
It's important for Lake Orion drivers to know battery basics. First, let's talk about which is harder on a battery hot or cold Michigan weather. Most Lake Orion area drivers think it's cold weather because that's when we call on our batteries to have enough power to start a cold vehicle engine.... More
Take Charge! (Battery Testing)
November 14, 2021
OK, so you probably take your vehicle's battery for granted. Turn the key or push a button and it starts right up. During times of warmer weather, you probably think your battery can take it easy. But it may surprise you to learn that hot weather can be much harder on a vehicle's battery than ... More
Taking the Heat (Batteries in Hot Weather)
August 8, 2021
Quick question. Which is tougher on a vehicle's battery, the heat or the cold? Believe it or not, it's the heat. Think about it. The battery often sits in the engine compartment next to that motor generating lots of heat. That can accelerate corrosion in the battery and may even cause water i... More
Battery Maintenance Tips From Tire Warehouse Depot
June 20, 2021
When it comes to your vehicle, it all starts with the battery. Proper battery maintenance is important for two reasons:First, your vehicle won't start or run without it. Second, it is the key to the long life of your auto electrical system. If your battery isn't working efficiently, your alterna... More
Make Your Battery Last
May 16, 2021
Today's report from Tire Warehouse Depot is on vehicle batteries, why they die and what we can do to lengthen their life. Most of us have had a dead battery at one time or another. In fact, it would be very unusual if you hadn't. You may be surprised to learn that only 30 percent of Lake Orion ve... More
Tire Warehouse Depot Advice on What to Pour into Your Vehicle
August 2, 2020
Changes in vehicle design and manufacture have resulted in changed fluid requirements for our vehicles. With the sophistication of engines, transmissions, differentials, etc., it's best for Lake Orion residents to always use the proper type of fluid for their vehicle. Using incorrect fluids can ... More
A Fluid Situation (Check Fluid Levels)
June 21, 2020
There's one fluid in your car you are always careful to keep at a certain level: the fuel. If you don't have fuel, you're not going anywhere. Your vehicle has other fluids which are vitally important to proper and safe operation, too. So, here's a "level" headed approach to those "other" fluids... More
A Stitch in Time at Tire Warehouse Depot
May 10, 2020
You probably have heard that expression, "A stitch in time saves nine." In other words, if you fix an issue at its early stages, it will prevent a much more difficult problem later. That's certainly the case with your vehicle, and here's a true story to demonstrate it. A driver noticed his vehicl... More
Procrastination Prevention in Lake Orion
March 22, 2020
Every one of us has a little procrastinator inside us. Some put off getting our teeth cleaned. Others put off answering our emails. Yet others put off calling friends and family (sorry, Uncle Joe). And there are those of us who put off getting our vehicle's service done, whether it's a repair or ... More