Technician Training at Perfect Tune Auto Repair
September 1, 2024
Your vehicle is important to you, and keeping it running properly is important to your lifestyle. That's why you're smart enough to have it serviced regularly at Perfect Tune Auto Repair in Brighton. And even though it may just be routine maintenance, you want it done right by automotive profess... More
Keeping Your 'Old Faithful' Auto Running
May 5, 2024
At Perfect Tune Auto Repair we've had a lot of Brighton customers asking how they can make their vehicles last longer. These questions are actually a reflection of a trend that's been building for several years in Michigan. The median age of personal vehicles is now over nine years. And 33 percen... More
Busted: The Maintenance-Free Myth in Brighton
March 31, 2024
There's a segment of the Brighton area population that's not committed to proper vehicle maintenance. Now, the ignition system in your vehicle is electronic and controlled by the engine management computer. Spark plugs rarely get fouled and will last for as much as 100,000 miles (160,000 kilome... More
Following Recommended Intervals for Your vehicle
March 10, 2024
If you're reading this article in Brighton, Michigan, then you probably care about your vehicle and how it runs. Even though you care, there is still that moment of dread when your professional service advisor at Perfect Tune Auto Repair tells you the manufacturer recommends some additional serv... More
Serpentine Belt Service at Perfect Tune Auto Repair in Brighton
January 14, 2024
If you've ever heard a squealing sound under your vehicle hood, chances are it was your serpentine belt. More importantly, the belt powers the alternator. The alternator creates electricity that's used by your vehicle's electrical systems and also charges the battery. Without the alternator, the... More
Trickle Down Technology
November 5, 2023
Recently, Nissan introduced the latest version of its Leaf, the company's electric car. It has many new features, including something called e-Pedal. It allows the driver to let up on the accelerator and, unlike a gasoline engine car, the Leaf doesn't just slowly lose speed; letting off the throt... More
Keys to a Long Lasting Vehicle
August 20, 2023
We live in a disposable society. Everything from elaborate packaging to our clothing. Even cell phones are disposable. When replacement is cheaper than repair, the term "built to last" goes by the wayside. An exception is our vehicles. They're still a very big investment and Brighton drivers want... More
The Importance of Brighton Drivers Following Service Intervals
April 9, 2023
Today in our Perfect Tune Auto Repair blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life in Brighton with recommended intervals: Let's start with twice yearly dental check-ups and regular physical exams. How about laundry, wat... More
New School: Automotive Perfect Tune Auto Repair Technician Training
February 26, 2023
Brighton consumers are demanding. We want a safe, reliable vehicle that handles well and is comfortable to ride in. Oh, and we want good fuel economy, too. We also want vehicle repairs that are cheap, fast and easy. Unfortunately, one usually comes at the cost of the other.Today's vehicles have m... More
Change Your Engine Air Filter at Perfect Tune Auto Repair
December 11, 2022
Many Brighton car owners have probably wondered: "What's the harm in putting off replacing an engine air filter? The answer is that not replacing it could cause your Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor to fail. This expensive sensor is situated between your engine air filter and your engine. Dirty air fi... More