Most of us don’t put that much thought into picking the type of gas we put in our car other than being on the lookout for low gas prices. We are always trying to find the gas station with the best deals. Usually, people use regular unleaded gas, because it is the cheapest. Maybe there…
In 2019, the old dream of the average person having their self-driving car is becoming more of a reality. More investors are pushing for this dream to become realized every day. We see more companies develop an interest in autonomous vehicles. One of the latest companies that are throwing their hat in the ring is…
It is a Monday morning in the depths of a Michigan winter. You come out to your car and see it covered in snow. You grab your scrapper and feel the wind chill hit your exposed skin, and you find yourself pausing to think, “Can I get away with not clearing the snow off my…
On average, as soon as a car is driven off the lot, it loses around 20% of its value. Depreciation happens and there is nothing anyone can do to stop it, but there are measures to take to slow it down! Regular Maintenance Consistent oil changes can ensure your car’s engine will last for a…
It’s vacation season! The inviting warmth of spring is pushing the memories of winter away, and summer is just around the corner. In many cases, that means the car is being left behind, while you go on a nice getaway elsewhere. Your car shouldn’t be neglected during this time! Here are some quick tips to…
If your headlights are not working well, it may be harder to see potential risks while driving at night or early in the morning. You may be surprised to learn that not all headlights perform equally. Interestingly, more than half of the mid-size SUV’s headlights were rated as marginal or poor after being tested. Roughly…
If you have a vehicle with keyless entry and keyless ignition, have you ever considered how you would start your car in the event that the key fob dies? If this ever happens, you’ve got a few options. Take a closer look at your key fob – many of them hide a temporary, pull-out key…
Severe weather can make driving not only frightening, but dangerous as well. Preparing yourself and your car for winter driving conditions is one way to stay safe on the snow and ice covered roads, but you should also know when to stay off the roads completely. How to Plan a Winter Drive If you do…
Thanksgiving is officially over, however there are plenty of auto advancements to be thankful for! NOKIAN HAKKAPELIITTA 9 These tires are equipped with steel stud implants designed to break up ice-covered roads! While small, they do an excellent job of gripping the road and braking due to their Y-shaped spike design. DO NOT DISTURB MODE…
Exciting things are happening at Stroebel Automotive! We are moving one block east of our current location to a bigger and better facility. Starting July 10th, you can find us at 7660 Gratiot Road. You may recognize the building as what was formerly Wimpy’s Transmission Service. At our new, larger, easier to find location, Stroebel…