The Engine Gets a Boost (Turbocharged Engine Maintenance)

June 30, 2019

If someone told you that your vehicle could have the same power but with a smaller engine, wouldn't that sound like great idea? Just think, a smaller engine would save you money at the gas station and you'd still get the same horsepower. The technology to do just that has been around for a long t... More

Automotive Tips from Spartan Tire Brighton: Alignment Inspection

June 23, 2019

Uneven tire wear, the car pulling to one side or a steering wheel that is off-center are signs for Brighton drivers that their wheels may be out of alignment.When doing an alignment inspection, the service advisor at Spartan Tire Brighton will inspect your tires for uneven wear as well as suspens... More

Fuel Filter Service in Brighton, Michigan

June 16, 2019

There are a surprising number of small, inexpensive parts that can lead to expensive engine damage when they fail. It doesn't seem right.Fortunately a lot of those things can be taken care of in routine maintenance. They may not be easy to remember because it is a long list, but your service cent... More

Automotive Tips from Spartan Tire Brighton: A Broken or Damaged Timing Belt

June 9, 2019

The timing belt rotates the cam shafts which open and close the valves that allow air, fuel, and exhaust to flow through the engine as it powers your car when you drive around Brighton.An old timing belt can lose a tooth in the belt allowing it to slip. The engine could stop or misfire. Timing be... More

Bad Vibes

June 2, 2019

Your vehicle has a way of letting you know when something's wrong. Consider a vibrating steering wheel. It certainly didn't do that when it was new, so that shake is trying to tell you something. There are a few things that can cause your steering wheel to vibrate as you drive down the road. One... More