Growing Old Together (Maintaining an Older Vehicle)
April 26, 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
Time for a Brake (Brake Pad Replacement)
March 29, 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
Automotive Tips from Top Tech Auto Repair Clawson: Brake Noise
September 22, 2019
Your brake pads are the important parts that rub against the rotor (or disc) to slow and stop your car when driving in Clawson. 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 expo... More
Hitting the Brakes in Clawson
July 23, 2018
Safety should always be an element of your vehicle care. So even if you don't care about how your vehicle looks, you should practice preventive maintenance to protect yourself and other Clawson drivers on the road. And good safety starts with good brakes.Brakes need a regular inspection. There... More
Put on the Brakes: Brake Service at Top Tech Auto Repair Clawson
December 10, 2017
When it comes to preventive maintenance and vehicle care, most Clawson 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 shoes a... More
Hitting The Brakes In Clawson
August 16, 2017
Hello Clawson, 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 rolls o... More
Brake Service at Top Tech Auto Repair Clawson in Clawson
April 24, 2017
Brakes really aren't optional equipment for Clawson drivers' vehicles. And taking care of them isn't optional either.A regular brake inspection is on every Michigan driver's vehicle maintenance schedule. At Top Tech Auto Repair Clawson, our team will check your brake system and let you know if t... More
Odometer Rollback on Your Clawson, Michigan Vehicle
November 20, 2016
How do Clawson 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 Cla... More
Stop It! You Need Good Brakes
November 1, 2016
Good brakes are obviously very important. If you've ever had your brakes go out while you're driving around the Clawson 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 tha... More
Used Cars: Top Tech Auto Repair Clawson Advice on What to Do After You Buy
September 20, 2016
Used vehicles are certainly an economical choice for budget-conscious Clawson 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 Clawson area. Vehicles are sold when families upsize, when fami... More