Busting Automotive Myths In Lake Orion Michigan

January 28, 2015

Myths passed around our Lake Orion Michigan community start with a grain of evidence and are then built up with a lot of imagination and very elastic logic. And the internet is a breeding ground for automotive myths. Some bloggers recall the SUVs of yesteryear and declare their moder... More

Keeping Your 'Old Faithful' Auto Running

December 3, 2014

At Tire Warehouse Depot weve had a lot of Lake Orion, Clarkston, and Auburn Hills clients asking how they can make their vehicles last longer. These questions are actually a reflection of a trend thats been building for several years in Michigan. The median age of personal vehicles i... More

Gas Savings In Lake Orion: Sharpen Your Pencil

September 17, 2014

High gas prices in Lake Orion increase the cost of living for Michigan motorists. Youve probably budgeted a certain amount for vehicle related expenses. Increased fuel costs now consume a larger portion of our incomes, causing some Lake Orion vehicle owners to skimp in other areas ... More

Lake Orion Drivers Severe Service Maintenance Schedules

September 4, 2014

Since driving requirements and lifestyles differ among Lake Orion car owners, SUV auto makers publish two auto maintenance schedules: the regular schedule and the severe service schedule. Which schedule should Lake Orion auto owners follow? Here are some questions to ask yourself:Are... More

Maintenance for High Mileage Vehicles In Lake Orion Michigan

August 27, 2014

Before the recession hit, the median age for cars in the Lake Orion Michigan area (zip code: 48362) was over nine years. And two-thirds had over 75,000 miles. At Tire Warehouse Depot we hear reports that those numbers continue to rise. If you have a high-mileage vehicle in the Flint... More

Tire Warehouse Depot And The Maintenance Mindset

May 30, 2014

When it comes to their vehicles, some Lake Orion drivers dont have a maintenance mindset. They know they need to take care of their cars, but it just seems really hard to get them to remember to do it. Lake Orion drivers generally accept that many things in life require regular main... More

Tire Warehouse Depot On Your Serpentine Belt

May 2, 2014

Today were going to be talking about serpentine belts for our Lake Orion, Michigan customers. Lets start by talking about the accessories that are driven by the serpentine belt. First is the alternator. Thats the critical device that makes electricity to power the SUV and recharge th... More

Maintenance Free Myth

March 4, 2014

Sometimes we hear Lake Orion drivers say, "What's up with all this maintenance stuff? Modern cars just don't break down." While it is true that today's cars and trucks are extremely reliable, they are also becoming increasingly complicated and use more exotic materials than ever befor... More

Keys to a Long Lasting Vehicle

February 4, 2014

Lake Orion motorists live in a disposable society. Everything from elaborate packaging to our clothing. Even cell phones are disposable. When replacement is cheaper than repair, the term "built to last" goes by the wayside. An exception is our vehicles. They're still a very big inves... More

Are Modern Vehicles Maintenance Free?

January 8, 2014

In our auto video today we'll be talking with Alan Peterson about myths surrounding automotive maintenance. You can lump these myths into the statement that "modern cars are so reliable, they are virtually maintenance free". Any good myth has some elements of truth. No offense to La... More