Why Is My Check Engine Light On?

February 29, 2020

The Check Engine Light strikes fear into the hearts of some Brighton drivers, and is totally ignored by just as many. Just what it means is a mystery to most people. Let's get the urgency issues out of the way first. If your Check Engine light is flashing, that means that something is wrong that... More

Fuel Saving Tip: Tire Pressure Saves Fuel in Brighton

February 28, 2020

Underinflated tires waste gas for lots of folks in the Brighton area. Think how hard it is to walk in sand you just have to work harder because of the resistance. When your tires don't have enough air in them, their rolling resistance is dramatically increased and it simply takes more gas to get... More

Introduction to Diesels for Brighton, Michigan

February 27, 2020

Something you're going to be hearing a lot about around Brighton, Michigan, is diesel engines. We're not talking about semi-trucks and buses; we're talking about diesel engine cars, pick-ups and SUVs.Most people in Michigan are surprised to learn that around half the cars on the road in Europe ha... More

Spartan Tire Brighton Tire Safety: Washington vs. Lincoln

February 26, 2020

Welcome to the Spartan Tire Brighton automotive blog. Today, let's talk about the effect of tire wear. Let's focus on stopping in wet Brighton conditions. In order for a tire to have good contact with the road, it has to move the water out of the way. If it can't move the water, the tire will a... More

Can Car Scent Keep You Safe on Michigan Roads?

February 25, 2020

Here's a travel tip that'll I'll bet you didn't know, and it might keep you safer...The average American commuter in Michigan spends two and a half hours daily in their vehicle.The government says 100,000 auto accidents yearly are caused by drivers who fall asleep at the wheel. (Aggressive drivin... More

Your Well Trained Technician at Spartan Tire Brighton

February 24, 2020

When your vehicle has a problem or just needs some routine service, you might get a little nervous. Your vehicle's so important to your life in Brighton, you need to get back on the road as soon as possible with the problem fixed right the first time.If you've ever checked into some of the techn... More

Visibility Disaster! (Windshield Washer Pump Replacement)

February 23, 2020

Let's say you live in a cold climate where the snowy, icy weather challenges you to clear the salt and debris tossed up on your windshield. You push your windshield washer switch expecting a good stream of fluid so the blades can wipe the glass clean. Yet nothing comes out. Nada, zip. What's g... More

Smart Brighton Drivers Protect Against Overheating

February 23, 2020

Engines get hot when they run. This heat can build up and damage vital engine parts, so engines need a cooling system to keep them running. Cooling system failure is the most common mechanical failure in vehicles. This is unfortunate, because these failures are usually easy for Brighton drivers ... More

Differential Service in Brighton, Michigan - What You Need to Know

February 22, 2020

Scratching your head? Don't worry, if you don't know what a differential is you will in a moment. That fact is that if you drive a car anywhere in Brighton, Michigan, you have a differential. Whether your vehicle is front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive, you have a differentia... More

Time Out: Suspension Problems in Brighton

February 21, 2020

Your vehicle's suspension system has two jobs: to prevent the passengers from getting tossed around inside the vehicle every time it hits a bump in the road and to keep the tires firmly planted on the road around every corner and over every bump.To see your suspension system, you'll have to look... More