Fall and Spring Checkup in Lake Orion
June 23, 2019
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 Tire Warehouse Depot for a checkup and he said that he read on the internet that modern cars don't need seasonal service.My friend is (technically) r... More
Maintenance on My Mind
May 19, 2019
Ask any Lake Orion man or woman if they've taken their vehicle in for preventive maintenance lately, and the answer may well be no. Surveys indicate that over 80% of vehicles on the road today are in need of some kind of repair or maintenance. Now, ask that same person why he hasn't taken his car... More
The Maintenance Free Myth
August 26, 2018
Sometimes we hear people in Lake Orion say, "What's up with all this maintenance stuff? Modern cars just don't break down." While it is true that today's vehicles are extremely reliable, they are also becoming increasingly complicated and use more exotic materials than ever before. All that comp... More
Following Recommended Intervals for Your vehicle
August 19, 2018
If you're reading this article in Lake Orion, Michigan, then you probably care about your vehicle and how it runs. Even though you care, there is still that moment of dread when your professional service advisor at Tire Warehouse Depot tells you the manufacturer recommends some additional servic... More
Economics of Maintenance for Lake Orion Auto Owners
April 15, 2018
Buying a new car in Lake Orion 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 Lake Orion who've been used to driving a new car every three to five years may be having s... More
Your Vehicle Is NOT Maintenance Free, Lake Orion Car Owners
March 6, 2018
A generation ago, Lake Orion drivers seemed to be more inclined to keep their vehicle's preventive maintenance on schedule. One reason for this may be that vehicles back then were a lot less reliable than they are today. Taking your vehicle in to your Lake Orion shop every year or two for repair... More
Technician Training at Tire Warehouse Depot
October 16, 2017
Your vehicle is important to you, and keeping it running properly is important to your lifestyle. That's why you're smart enough to have it serviced regularly at Tire Warehouse Depot in Lake Orion. And even though it may just be routine maintenance, you want it done right by automotive professio... More
Hey Lake Orion Drivers; What Is the Most Distracting Food?
September 13, 2017
So what is the most distracting food to have in the car while driving around Lake Orion?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 'co... More
New School: Automotive Tire Warehouse Depot Technician Training
July 18, 2017
Lake Orion consumers are demanding. We want a safe, reliable vehicle that handles well and is comfortable to ride in. Oh, and we want good fuel economy, too. We also want vehicle repairs that are cheap, fast and easy. Unfortunately, one usually comes at the cost of the other.Today's vehicles have... More
Regular Schedule or Severe Service Schedule at Tire Warehouse Depot?
June 28, 2017
Today's Tire Warehouse Depot article focuses on severe service maintenance. Many Lake Orion drivers are not aware of them and yet there are also very vocal advocates in Michigan who think that severe service schedules apply to everyone. Somewhere between a complete lack of awareness and the dire... More