Vive la Differential at Sterling Tire & Auto in Sterling Heights
March 21, 2020
There are a lot of drivers in Sterling Heights 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 Sterling Heights folks... More
Why People in Sterling Heights Hesitate to Get Their Vehicle Serviced
March 20, 2020
A recent report stated that over 80 percent of the vehicles on our Sterling Heights, Michigan, roads have one or more service or repair that's needed but hasn't been taken care of. Now that's a lot of undone service. That translates into something over 160 million vehicles in North America alone.... More
Recommended Service Intervals at Sterling Tire & Auto
March 19, 2020
Most people in the Sterling Heights area are aware that automotive manufacturers have recommended service intervals. Following recommended service intervals is very important. The engineers that design our vehicles have tested the various systems and components to meet durability and safety stand... More
Helping Sterling Heights Drivers Get the Right Tires
March 18, 2020
Every Sterling Heights vehicle owner has to purchase tires at some time or another, so it's a good idea to understand what the choices are. The best seasonal performance is achieved by purchasing tires to match the season you are driving in. Summer tires are designed for hot temperatures. The tr... More
Have You Checked Your Headlights?
March 17, 2020
Like everything in the Michigan automotive market, there have been great strides in headlight technology in recent years. Michigan drivers can be safer at night because of it. Good headlights improve visibility on Sterling Heights roads, enabling you to see farther. They also improve your periphe... More
Finding Vehicle Recall Information in Sterling Heights, Michigan
March 16, 2020
No matter how well they're made, vehicles in Sterling Heights, Michigan, will have design or manufacturing problems. And when the government thinks a problem is really serious for people in Sterling Heights, Michigan, they require the manufacturer to issue a recall notice and fix the vehicle fre... More
On Board Diagnostics for Your Engine
March 15, 2020
Starting in 1996, Sterling Tire & Auto service technicians have been able to use a standardized diagnostic system to help determine what is wrong with a vehicle. This diagnostic system works in tandem with the Engine Control Modules for each vehicle's engine. The Engine Control Module is a comput... More
Can Car Scent Keep You Safe on Michigan Roads?
March 15, 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
Tire Rotation and Balancing at Sterling Tire & Auto in Sterling Heights
March 14, 2020
Tires do a lot of work for Sterling Heights drivers. They transfer engine power and braking forces to the road; they handle steering control; and they cushion all those bumps and jolts while driving around Sterling Heights. They also support the entire weight of the vehicle, including you and yo... More
Talk to Sterling Tire & Auto About New Shoes for Your Vehicle
March 13, 2020
Custom wheels are one way that Sterling Heights folks express themselves and personalize their vehicle. But they aren't as cheap and easy as sticking decals on your back window. There are several factors that need to be considered, including cost, the fit of the wheel, modifications that will ha... More