Vive la Differential at Gary Knurek GoodYear in Troy
March 14, 2020
There are a lot of drivers in Troy who are due for a differential service, but had never heard of a differential before. With front-wheel drive being so common in Michigan these days, the differential is just taken care of during a transmission service, so most Troy folks don't even have to thin... More
The Best Test
January 19, 2020
Would you buy a jacket without even trying it on? Probably not, but it might surprise you that one study shows about half the people buy a vehicle after a short test drive around the block or none at all. If you're in the market for another vehicle, make sure you check out the most important thi... More
Differential Service in Troy, Michigan - What You Need to Know
January 1, 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 Troy, Michigan, you have a differential. Whether your vehicle is front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive, you have a differential. S... More
For 4x4s (Maintenance of 4x4 Vehicles)
September 29, 2019
Some people love 4x4 vehicles, the true 4-wheel drive works of engineering like Jeeps and 4x4 pickups that allow you to seemingly go anywhere on the planet. You can climb up a 40-degree rock trail with some planning and skill (always careful to protect the environment, of course), or you can get ... More
Protecting Your Vehicle from Theft in Troy, Michigan
June 2, 2019
Every car in Troy, Michigan, is at risk for theft. So it's up to us to make our cars a less appealing target and more of a challenge hopefully sending potential thieves to look elsewhere.The National Insurance Crime Bureau recommends a layered approach to protecting vehicles: Common sense Visib... More
Drive Train Service in Troy at Gary Knurek GoodYear
October 29, 2018
The drive train in your vehicle includes all the components that transfer power from the transmission to the wheels. Those components differ depending on what type of vehicle you drive, namely, front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. The preventive maintenance y... More
Considering an Alternative Fuel Vehicle in Troy?
December 17, 2017
There is a clear and vocal demand in Troy and nationally for a reduction in air pollution and our dependence on fossil fuels. This is what is driving the Michigan market for alternative fuel vehicles. There are a number of these vehicles on Troy area roads today, and many more being developed. Y... More
What to Do in Case of an Accident in Troy
March 20, 2016
Screeching tires, crunching metal it's an accident! If you've ever been in a car accident in Troy, even a minor one, you know how upsetting it can be. It's hard to think straight and know what to do.Let's review what Troy drivers should do in case of an accident:When an accident occurs, you sho... More
Viva la Differential At Gary Knurek GoodYear In Troy
February 5, 2015
There are a lot of Troy people who are due for a differential service, but had never heard of a differential before. With front-wheel drive being so common in Michigan these days, the differential is just taken care of during a transmission service, so most Troy folks ... More
What Is A Differential And Do You Have One?
March 28, 2014
With front-wheel drive being so common these days in Troy, Michigan, the differential is just taken care of during a transmission service, so most Troy car owners don't even have to think about it. And rear-wheel drive differentials don't need to be serviced for years, so it's unders... More