I Can See Clearly Now: Wiper Blade Replacement in Royal Oak

May 29, 2016

About 90% of our driving decisions in the Royal Oak area are based solely on what we see. So having a good pair of windshield wipers is extremely important.Most Royal Oak drivers have experienced the frustration and fear of not being able to see clearly during a storm, or when our vehicle windshi... More

Fuel Saving Tip: Auto Myths Around Royal Oak

May 22, 2016

With high fuel prices in Royal Oak, Michigan, comes lots of gas saving advice. Some of it, like what you hear on is great. When you get one of those e-mails that's going around telling you how to save gas, try to think it through.Does it really make sense? Does it defy the laws of physics?Do s... More

Make Your Vehicle Last

May 16, 2016

We live in such a disposable society. It's amazing all the stuff we throw away. New stuff comes out so fast, we just toss the old and move on. In the old days, Michigan folks were real sticklers about taking care of their things. If something got lost or ruined by neglect, tough - they had to do ... More

Automotive Tips from TLC Custom Exhaust Brakes & Tires: When to Replace a Damaged Tire

May 8, 2016

Repair or Replace? Thats a question Royal Oak drivers ask when they have tire damage. Some punctures cannot be repaired because of their size or location. Punctures larger than a quarter of an inch (6.4 mm) are considered too large to be safely repaired. Punctures in the sidewall or near the shou... More

Drive Train Service in Royal Oak at TLC Custom Exhaust Brakes & Tires

May 1, 2016

The drive train in your vehicle includes all the components that transfer power from the transmission to the wheels. Those components differ depending on what type of vehicle you drive, namely, front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. The preventive maintenance y... More