I Can See Clearly Now: Wiper Blade Replacement in Sterling Heights

October 31, 2016

About 90% of our driving decisions in the Sterling Heights area are based solely on what we see. So having a good pair of windshield wipers is extremely important.Most Sterling Heights drivers have experienced the frustration and fear of not being able to see clearly during a storm, or when our v... More

Does My Choice in Oil Affect Change Intervals?

October 23, 2016

Oil changes are probably the most recognized service on a vehicle. Almost all Sterling Heights residents know about them. But do we know enough?Several decades ago, oil changes were fairly standard: every three months or 3,000 miles or 5,000 kilometers. But recent advances in both engine technol... More

Know Your Towing Limits in Sterling Heights

October 18, 2016

Some Sterling Heights drivers figure that anything they can attach to their trailer hitch can be towed by their vehicle. Nope. If you're going to do any towing around Sterling Heights, you should be aware of safety issues, Michigan towing laws and potential liability.Understanding tow ratings is ... More

Automotive Tips from Sterling Tire & Auto: Timing Belt Overview

October 9, 2016

In your engine, valves over each combustion chamber open to allow fresh air in, close during the combustion event, and then other valves open to let out the exhaust. All of this happens over and over thousands of times a minute when you are driving around Sterling Heights. The timing belts import... More

Ask Sterling Tire & Auto About the Importance of Service Intervals

October 3, 2016

Today in our Sterling Tire & Auto blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life with recommended intervals: What about six-month dental cleanings and regular physical exams? Then there's laundry, mowing the lawn, paying y... More