Timing Belt Service to Save Big Bucks in Brighton
May 3, 2020
Your engine is like a finely choreographed dance. All the parts have to work together. If the timing is off at the ballet, dancers crash into each other and fall down. It the timing is off in your engine, it may not run at all. One of the most intricate dances in your engine has to do with the c... More
Why Alignment Matters (Vehicle Alignment Maintenance)
May 3, 2020
It's one of those things that can happen on a multi-day road adventure or a quick trip to the grocery store. You hit a pothole, go too fast over a speed bump, nail a curb. When it happens, you think, "I wonder if that was hard enough to do any damage?" But things seem ok and you continue on yo... More
Fuel Saving Tip: Car Weight and Your Michigan Driving
May 2, 2020
Weight is the enemy of fuel economy. Everyone from Brighton knows this makes sense.Some of us in the Brighton area carry a bunch of unnecessary weight, and I'm not talkin' what you see in the mirror.Guys: sports equipment and tools. Ladies: well, just take a look around the passenger compartment ... More
Emergency Items for Your vehicle
May 1, 2020
Local Brighton roadside emergencies can range from a flat tire downtown to being stranded in a snowy ravine for three days. So you may want to consider a basic emergency kit to keep in the car at all times and a travel kit tailored to a specific trip.Your close-to-home kit for around Brighton wou... More
Keeping Your Engine Cool in Brighton, Michigan
April 30, 2020
The cooling system keeps Michigan vehicle's engines from overheating while they are driving around Brighton. Its job is to move heat away from the engine. Let's talk about the various components of the system and how they make this happen.The radiator is the part most Brighton drivers associate w... More
Save Fuel by Watching Your Weight
April 29, 2020
Most Brighton drivers are all talking right now. Better gas mileage. Fewer emissions. Michigan folks want to save the environment and our pocketbooks.And we Brighton drivers all know or should know that preventive maintenance will help maintain maximum fuel efficiency. But is there something mo... More
Getting New Tires in Brighton?
April 28, 2020
There are so many tire choices in the Brighton area that selecting the right one can be a bit overwhelming for drivers. And even though it's kind of fun to have new tires on your vehicle, they're a significant investment for most Brighton area folks so you want do it right.Tip: talk with your fri... More
Hey Brighton Drivers; What Is the Most Distracting Food?
April 27, 2020
So what is the most distracting food to have in the car while driving around Brighton?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 'coff... More
Make Your Battery Last
April 26, 2020
Today's report from Spartan Tire Brighton is on vehicle batteries, why they die and what we can do to lengthen their life. Most of us have had a dead battery at one time or another. In fact, it would be very unusual if you hadn't. You may be surprised to learn that only 30 percent of Brighton veh... More
Road Trip: Be Ready for Anything with a Trip Inspection at Spartan Tire Brighton
April 26, 2020
Road trip, anyone? Nothing spoils a great vacation faster than ending up stranded on the side of the road or spending a week in a rundown motel while our vehicle sits in the shop. Long days on the road can bring out the worst in your vehicle, so before you leave, prepare it for the journey by ge... More