The Part You've Never Seen (Flat Tires and Solutions)

December 20, 2020

They say your vehicle has one, but you've never seen it. And you might not even know it if you stumbled on it accidentally. We're talking about the jack, that tool that allows you to lift one corner of the vehicle up so someone can change a flat tire. So you say you'd never try to change a flat ... More

Water Pump

December 13, 2020

Your cooling system is very important. It circulates coolant through the radiator and your engine to protect your vehicle from overheating. There are five main components to the cooling system: the radiator the radiator cap the hoses the thermostat the water pump The water pump's like the hear... More

Fresh Air Inside Your Car in Royal Oak

December 6, 2020

Air quality has certainly become a hot issue in our modern world. We install air filters on our ventilation systems and in our vacuum cleaners. There's a filter that cleans the air going into our vehicle's engine so why not one for the air in the passenger compartment?Foreign and domestic vehic... More

The Turn Signal Mystery (Turn Signal Problems)

November 29, 2020

Some problems are easy to diagnose on a vehicle; others aren't. Figuring out what's wrong with a malfunctioning turn signal sometimes fits into both categories. By the way, if your tempted to just leave your broken blinker broken, remember you can get a ticket for not using them, not to mention... More

What Royal Oak Automotive Service Consumers Should Know

November 22, 2020

There are some things drivers should know about Royal Oak car service and repair. First and foremost, Top Tech Auto Repair Royal Oak cares about you and your family's safety. And we really appreciate your business. Top Tech Auto Repair Royal Oak in Royal Oak wants to build a trusting relationshi... More

When Metal Meets Metal (Wheel Bearings)

November 15, 2020

What part of your vehicle has little metal balls inside that are lubricated and allow you to cruise on down the road? They are wheel bearings, and automotive designers might argue they are human beings' second greatest invention of all time (the first is, of course, the wheel!). You have a wheel... More

Drivers that "T" Us Off (Bad Driving Practices)

November 8, 2020

We've all seen drivers who do things thatlet's be frankreally irritate us. They're inconsiderate, can put people in danger and make the road a much less friendly place. They really "T" us off. These are the bad drivers who fit their description to a "T." The Tailgater. You've seen this terr... More

A Cold Day in Royal Oak ? Air Conditioning Service at Top Tech Auto Repair Royal Oak

November 1, 2020

Most Royal Oak drivers worry about a breakdown or a tire blowout on a busy Michigan highway, but don't worry too much about failure of their air conditioning system. A breakdown on the side of the road can be a miserable and dangerous affair during Royal Oak rush hour, but so can a long ride in ... More

Good Timing: Proper Timing Belt Replacement Saves Money for Royal Oak Drivers

October 25, 2020

Knowing how their engine works can help Royal Oak drivers make informed decisions about auto care and prevent repairs to their vehicles. This is especially true when it comes to timing belts.An engine's power is generated in the cylinders. Inside the cylinder is a piston that moves up and down w... More

Steer Right in Royal Oak

October 18, 2020

Virtually all vehicles come with power steering, so many Royal Oak drivers have never driven a car or truck without it. Power steering assists you when you turn your vehicle steering wheel. Without it, it would be very hard to steer. Now this power assist comes in a couple of forms. In recent ye... More