Restore Your Get-Up-and-Go (Fuel and Air Induction Cleaning)

September 25, 2022

You may have heard the old saying, "My get-up-and-go got up and went." If your vehicle's engine's fuel economy is noticeably worse, your engine is idling roughly or stalling or your vehicle's acceleration isn't what it used to be, ask your service advisor if you might need your vehicle's fuel and... More

Save Fuel by Watching Your Weight

August 7, 2022

Most Royal Oak drivers are all talking right now. Better gas mileage. Fewer emissions. Michigan folks want to save the environment and our pocketbooks.And we Royal Oak drivers all know or should know that preventive maintenance will help maintain maximum fuel efficiency. But is there something ... More

Breathe New Life into Your Engine (MAF sensor replacement)

May 22, 2022

If youve noticed your vehicle is hard to start, stalling, or has lost power, the culprit may be a part with an odd name: the MAF sensor. You may have never even heard of a MAF sensor, but its important that it be working correctly, or you may be experiencing some fairly significant engine issues... More

Good Service at TLC Custom Exhaust Brakes & Tires Equals Good Fuel Economy in Royal Oak

September 5, 2021

Whether we're trying to save money, save gas or save the environment, most of us Royal Oak drivers have an interest in decreasing fuel consumption. We've all heard about ways to save money on gas in Michigan, but does it really add up to much? How much can we boost our fuel economy through preven... More

Free Money (Almost) (Fuel Saving Tips)

December 13, 2020

You spend a lot of money on a vehicle, probably the most money you'll spend on anything except a house. But the spending doesn't stop after you've bought it. It goes into things like insurance, repairs and fuel. One good piece of news is that you can cut down the amount you spend on fuel if yo... More

Wasteful Thinking

May 5, 2019

With the weather getting colder, you might be tempted to start your vehicle up, let it idle for 15 or 20 minutes and then get in the nice, cozy cabin. Some vehicles offer remote starting that let you do that from the comfort of your home or apartment. But is letting your vehicle idle like that ... More

Fuel for Thought

February 3, 2019

If you're like most people and drive a gasoline-powered vehicle, you need to be up to speed on its fuel-related components. They're pretty basic: the fuel, the fuel filter and the fuel pump. The fuel's the easy part. You probably gas up your vehicle yourself and, if you're like most drivers, pr... More

Hey Royal Oak Drivers: How Do You Save Gas?

August 29, 2017

Higher Royal Oak fuel prices aren't going away any time soon. That's not good news for our wallets. A lot of Royal Oak drivers are trying to find ways to cut down on fuel consumption and hang on to some of their hard-earned money.North Americans drive billions of miles less during months of high ... More

Will Proper Auto Maintenance at TLC Custom Exhaust Brakes & Tires Really Save Gas?

May 31, 2017

Have you ever thought about all the little things we do to keep our lives running smoothly - like vacuuming? It makes a room feel fresher and more comfortable. We may not consider that we're also prolonging the life of the carpet by keeping it clean. But Royal Oak drivers don't always extend thos... More

Improve Fuel Economy with Proper Maintenance at TLC Custom Exhaust Brakes & Tires in Royal Oak

September 4, 2016

With Royal Oak gas prices being what they are, many of us in Michigan are driving less and looking into purchasing smaller or more efficient vehicles. Royal Oak area residents who have to drive a lot, have large families or need four-wheel drive are particularly hard hit by the cost of fuel in Mi... More