Growing Old Together (Maintaining an Older Vehicle)
August 30, 2020
More and more of us are hanging on to our vehicles longer. A company by the name of HIS Markit recently released a report that shows the average age of light vehicles in the U.S. is now 11.8 years. Light vehicles are cars, SUVs (sport utility vehicles) and CUVs (compact utility vehicles). In C... More
Automotive Tips from Tire Warehouse Depot: Rotor Problems
May 31, 2020
The brake rotor, or disc, is attached to your wheel. The brake pads rub on the rotor to slow your car when you are driving in Lake Orion.Rotors can warp, crack or become misaligned. They can also be damaged by worn out brake pads that scratch grooves into the surface. These conditions result in l... More
Time for a Brake (Brake Pad Replacement)
April 19, 2020
Stop! It's one of those things your vehicle has to do consistently and reliably. That's why brake maintenance is vitally important, worthwhile for you to make sure stays up to date. A brake system has many components. If your vehicle has disc brakes, they have pads that make contact with the rot... More
Odometer Rollback on Your Lake Orion, Michigan Vehicle
April 5, 2020
How do Lake Orion drivers know if an odometer is telling the truth?Well, back in '86, Congress passed the Truth-in-Mileage Act to protect Michigan consumers against mileage fraud. It says a Michigan seller must certify the mileage reported is the actual mileage.To have your odometer checked in ... More
Put on the Brakes: Brake Service at Tire Warehouse Depot
November 17, 2019
When it comes to preventive maintenance and vehicle care, most Lake Orion drivers know how important it is to check their brakes. But brakes are more than just brake pads and shoes. There are a lot of components in the brake system, and they all need to be in good working order.The pads and shoe... More
Hitting The Brakes In Lake Orion
September 24, 2018
Hello Lake Orion, let's talk about brakes. But the mechanical aspects of the brakes themselves are just one issue. There's also the power brake pump and brake fluid. And then there are the tires, which are critical to the effectiveness of the brakes.Let's step back. A new vehicle or truck roll... More
Automotive Tips from Tire Warehouse Depot: Brake Noise
April 9, 2018
Your brake pads are the important parts that rub against the rotor (or disc) to slow and stop your car when driving in Lake Orion. They eventually wear down.When your pads are worn too much, they wont stop your vehicle as well. When the friction material is worn away, metal parts of the pad are e... More
Tire Warehouse Depot Brake Service for Safe Stopping in Lake Orion
September 19, 2016
Let's talk about something critical for all Lake Orion drivers: your brakes. Your vehicle is heavy, and it takes a lot of muscle to bring it and your passengers to a safe stop so everything needs to be in good working order. Here's an explanation on how your disc brakes work: The wheel hub keeps... More
Stop It! You Need Good Brakes
July 11, 2016
Good brakes are obviously very important. If you've ever had your brakes go out while you're driving around the Lake Orion area, you'll know how terrifying it can be. Today we'll focus on how to tell when you have a brake problem and how to make good repair choices. Often, the first indication ... More
Used Cars: Tire Warehouse Depot Advice on What to Do After You Buy
May 15, 2016
Used vehicles are certainly an economical choice for budget-conscious Lake Orion drivers. But how can we know we're getting a good used vehicle and not just inheriting someone else's problems?There are good used vehicles for sale in the Lake Orion area. Vehicles are sold when families upsize, whe... More