No Fountain of Youth (Aging Tires)
October 31, 2021
Can you think of anyone who enjoys aging? Wrinkles where you don't want them, gray hair, eyes that won't focus any more, no stamina. Believe it or not, your tires age, too, and they don't get better the older they get. And here's the important thing to know, even if they can still pass a tread... More
Emergency! (Vehicle Emergency items)
October 24, 2021
"I never expected it could happen to me." Countless drivers have said that after they've had an emergency turn their lives upside down. So before that happens to you, let's thinking about planning ahead for an emergency with a few things you should keep in your vehicle. Road flares. If you've ev... More
Make Your Battery Last
October 17, 2021
Today's report from Top Tech Auto Repair Clawson 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 Claws... More
3 Winter Windshield Tips (Care of Windshield)
October 10, 2021
Cold weather can present some real challenges when it comes to your vehicle's windshield. Think of it. Your windshield is your window to the world when you're driving, and clear visibility is extraordinarily important for safe travels. So here are 3 tips to ensure that your windshield can do it... More
Give me a Brake (Light)!
October 3, 2021
If that little brake warning light pops up on your dash, do you know what it means? Well, if you said no, you wouldn't be alone. You know it has something to do with your brakes, but exactly what? You're not sure. One of the reasons is that it could mean a lot of different things. It could be som... More
No Strain, No Gain (The Basics of Oil Filters)
September 26, 2021
Ever wonder what one of the best things is to ever happen to your vehicle's engine? It's the little thing that usually looks like a can, the oil filter. Just like your kitchen sink strainer filters out errant particles of food from clogging your drain, the oil filter cleans out small particles t... More
Losing Your Spark (Spark Plug Replacement)
September 19, 2021
When's the last time you thought about spark plugs? You probably don't remember. That's because spark plugs usually last a long time and don't need much attention. But they don't last forever, and when they start going bad, they'll send you a few clues. Vehicle is hard to start. Fuel economy ... More
Emergency Items for Clawson
September 12, 2021
Safe Michigan travel starts with preventive maintenance and good vehicle care at Top Tech Auto Repair Clawson. But there are other things Clawson residents can do to prepare for emergencies on the road. Here's some auto advice that can help you plan for emergencies, and just may save your life ... More
Getting the Right Tires and Wheels in Clawson
September 5, 2021
A lot of people get custom wheels in Clawson. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes, once they're mounted, they just don't fit right. The tires rub in turns or on bumps. You don't want that. Consulting your Top Tech Auto R... More
Emergency Items for Your vehicle
August 29, 2021
Local Clawson roadside emergencies can range from a flat tire downtown to being stranded in a snowy ravine for three days. So you may want to consider a basic emergency kit to keep in the car at all times and a travel kit tailored to a specific trip.Your close-to-home kit for around Clawson would... More