Fall and Spring Checkup in Royal Oak
January 28, 2019
When I was a kid, my dad always made sure he took the cars in for Spring and Fall checkups. I was telling a friend that it's about time to get into TLC Custom Exhaust Brakes & Tires for a checkup and he said that he read on the internet that modern cars don't need seasonal service.My friend is (t... More
Keys to a Long Lasting Vehicle
December 30, 2018
We live in a disposable society. Everything from elaborate packaging to our clothing. Even cell phones are disposable. When replacement is cheaper than repair, the term "built to last" goes by the wayside. An exception is our vehicles. They're still a very big investment and Royal Oak drivers wan... More
The Maintenance Free Myth
December 9, 2018
Sometimes we hear people in Royal Oak say, "What's up with all this maintenance stuff? Modern cars just don't break down." While it is true that today's vehicles are extremely reliable, they are also becoming increasingly complicated and use more exotic materials than ever before. All that compl... More
Following Recommended Intervals for Your vehicle
October 15, 2018
If you're reading this article in Royal Oak, Michigan, then you probably care about your vehicle and how it runs. Even though you care, there is still that moment of dread when your professional service advisor at TLC Custom Exhaust Brakes & Tires tells you the manufacturer recommends some addit... More
Maintenance for High Mileage Vehicles in Royal Oak, Michigan
August 19, 2018
The median age for cars in the Royal Oak, Michigan area was over nine years. And two-thirds had over 75,000 miles. At TLC Custom Exhaust Brakes & Tires we hear reports that those numbers continue to rise. If you have a high-mileage vehicle in the Royal Oak area, bring it into TLC Custom Exhaust B... More
Why a Trip Inspection Is a Good Idea
June 26, 2018
At TLC Custom Exhaust Brakes & Tires we get a lot of Royal Oak drivers asking about vehicle trip preparation. That's a big deal. You could be driving through mountains and deserts in some pretty lonely areas around Michigan, so it's important to know that the vehicle is up to the task and won't ... More
Royal Oak Drivers Severe Service Maintenance Schedules
February 6, 2018
Since driving requirements and lifestyles differ among Royal Oak drivers, your vehicle manufacturer publishes two auto maintenance schedules: the regular schedule and the severe service schedule. Which schedule should Royal Oak drivers follow? Here are some questions to ask yourself:Are most of y... More
Regular Schedule or Severe Service Schedule at TLC Custom Exhaust Brakes & Tires?
January 22, 2018
Today's TLC Custom Exhaust Brakes & Tires article focuses on severe service maintenance. Many Royal Oak drivers are not aware of them and yet there are also very vocal advocates in Michigan who think that severe service schedules apply to everyone. Somewhere between a complete lack of awareness ... More
TLC Custom Exhaust Brakes & Tires Helps You Decipher the Menu Board: Part 2
November 6, 2017
Michigan service centers have a menu board that lists the services they provide. Some Royal Oak drivers may not be familiar with all of the items on the board so here is a quick description of some of the typical services that might be listed.TLC Custom Exhaust Brakes & Tires fuel system cleanin... More
Hey Royal Oak Drivers; What Is the Most Distracting Food?
August 6, 2017
So what is the most distracting food to have in the car while driving around Royal Oak?Is it: A Hamburger; Coffee; A Soft Drink, or Gummy Bears? Well, you may be surprised to learn that all but the gummy bears are in the top ten most distracting foods when you are driving. But if you chose 'cof... More