The Flat Fix that Fits (Tire Repairs)
September 6, 2020
Can you think of anyone who likes getting a flat tire? Of course not. But when one of your tires winds up with a flat or leak, whether it be from things like hitting a curb, running over a nail or picking up a sharp stone, it's time to have someone who knows what they're doing take care of it. ... More
If You Drive Like a Maniac (Aggressive Driving is Bad for a Vehicle)
August 30, 2020
When someone mentions driving like a maniac, they're not talking about you, surely? Besides the safety issues of aggressive driving, you should know that your vehicle will last a lot longer if you'll just mellow out a little. Here are four traits good drivers follow if they want their vehicles t... More
Some New Boots (Suspension Maintenance)
August 23, 2020
There are some boots that don't come in a shoe box and aren't worn on your feet. They are called axle or CV boots, and they can be important parts for many vehicles. That CV stands for constant velocity. CV axles are mainly used in front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive vehicles. They're also us... More
I NEED All Wheel Drive (Pros and Cons of AWD)
August 16, 2020
So winter has arrived and you don't feel confident in how your 2-wheel drive vehicle does in the snow and ice. You envy all those people with all-wheel-drive (AWD) and 4-wheel-drive (4WD) cars, trucks and SUVs. You start thinking, "I need one of those. I'll be able to go anywhere without any w... More
A Sticky Brake Situation (Parking Brake Service and Maintenance)
August 9, 2020
We've all been there. You park your vehicle on a steeper than usual hill and worry about it rolling down while you're running your errands. So you decide you'll use the parking brake. When you get back, you release the parking brake, hit the ignition, put it in gear anduh, ohyou can feel the p... More
The Right Oil for the Season (Engine Oil Viscosity)
August 2, 2020
As the temperatures plunge, certain types of engine oil may not flow as easily as they did when it was warmer. Makes sense, doesn't it? Just like molasses gets thicker as the temperature goes down, engine oil does the same thing. So, maybe you're wondering if you have to change your oil as the s... More
Time for Differential Service at Gary Knurek GoodYear?
July 26, 2020
Hello Troy - let's talk differentials. If you have a rear-wheel drive vehicle, your differential is on the back axle. With front-wheel drive cars, the differential is up front. All-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive vehicles have three differentials - front, rear and in the middle. So you see, you've... More
Make Your Battery Last
July 19, 2020
Today's report from Gary Knurek GoodYear 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 Troy vehicle ... More
What to Do After You Buy a Used Vehicle in Troy
July 14, 2020
So you've bought a used vehicle in the Troy area. Do you know what you're getting? It is hard to know what you're getting because people in the Troy area sell vehicles for different reasons. Think about why you've sold vehicles. Did you just want something new or were there problems that you wan... More
Braking News: Keep Your Stopping Power
July 13, 2020
Richard Petty once told AutoNetTV, You've gotta have good brakes. If you've got good brakes you can keep yourself out of a lotta trouble.That's why a regular brake inspection is on every Troy driver's maintenance schedule. An inspection by your service advisor at Gary Knurek GoodYear will check ... More