Regular Schedule or Severe Service Schedule at Spartan Tire Brighton?
January 15, 2020
Today's Spartan Tire Brighton article focuses on severe service maintenance. Many Brighton 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 and the dire ... More
Maintenance on My Mind
January 14, 2020
Ask any Brighton man or woman if they've taken their vehicle in for preventive maintenance lately, and the answer may well be no. Surveys indicate that over 80% of vehicles on the road today are in need of some kind of repair or maintenance. Now, ask that same person why he hasn't taken his car i... More
Hold the Oil! (Oil Pan Gasket Replacement)
July 7, 2019
You've likely heard how important oil is to your vehicle's engine. Did you know that there's one part that's responsible for holding that oil so you can use it every day? It's called the oil pan, and it sits at the bottom of the engine. The oil pan is a vital, though simple, part of your engine's... More
Let Spartan Tire Brighton Help You Keep Your Vehicle Another Couple of Years
April 21, 2019
Brighton area residents may remember when the U.S. government's Cash for Clunkers program made a splash on the news scene. People were offered incentives to trade in old vehicles for new, in the interest of better and improved air quality from reduced emissions.But a lot of Brighton drivers want ... More
Fall and Spring Checkup in Brighton
April 7, 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 Spartan Tire Brighton for a checkup and he said that he read on the internet that modern cars don't need seasonal service.My friend is (technically) ... More
The Importance of Brighton Drivers Following Service Intervals
February 10, 2019
Today in our Spartan Tire Brighton blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life in Brighton with recommended intervals: Let's start with twice yearly dental check-ups and regular physical exams. How about laundry, wateri... More
The Harm in Skipping an Oil Change for Brighton Drivers
August 19, 2018
People in Brighton have been hearing a lot about higher oil change intervals these days. Maybe you're wondering: What are the key issues?Some new vehicle manufacturers are now recommending much higher oil change intervals than they have in the past. As much as 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8,000 km to 1... More
Clean Air for Your Engine: Engine Air Filters In Brighton
August 8, 2018
Every Brighton car owner who has taken their car in for an oil change has been told that their engine air filter's dirty. Here's what goes into the determination of when to change the filter: First, your vehicle owner's manual will have a recommendation of when the filter should be replaced. So ... More
I Can See Clearly Now: Wiper Blade Replacement in Brighton
July 30, 2018
About 90% of our driving decisions in the Brighton area are based solely on what we see. So having a good pair of windshield wipers is extremely important.Most Brighton drivers have experienced the frustration and fear of not being able to see clearly during a storm, or when our vehicle windshiel... More
Does Your Car Have A Recall Item?
April 17, 2018
No matter how well they're made, vehicles are bound to have problems with their design or manufacturing. Think of all the moving parts. When the government thinks a problem is really serious, they require the vehicle manufacturer to issue recall notices to Brighton residents and to fix the affec... More