DIFFERENCE BETWEEN WINTER AND ALL-SEASON TIRES
Old man winter is on his way, sweeping inland from the Pacific and pelting us with rain, ice, and snow. He also brings with him a flurry of questions like: What is the difference between winter tires and all-season tires? Are winter tires worth the investment? These are great questions. The bottom line is that […]
HOW OLD ARE YOUR TIRES?
Tires are your vehicle’s first line of defense. After all, they’re the only part of the vehicle that comes in contact with the ground. (If anything else on your vehicle is touching the ground, it’s definitely a good time to call your mechanic!) All kidding aside – as your first line of defense, it’s important […]
YOUR QUICK GUIDE TO BUYING NEW TIRES
Right around this time of the year when the snow starts flying, most of us ask ourselves the same question: is it time for new tires? Before replacing your tires, there are a few things to consider. We’ll go through and map everything out to help simplify this often complicated process. DO YOU ACTUALLY NEED […]
UNEVEN TIRE WEAR? YOU MAY WANT TO CHECK YOUR TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE.
Proper tire inflation pressure in your tires is important. Your tires can wear unevenly or even fail if underinflated. The inflation of your tires can’t be assessed just by looking at them; tires that look fine may be low by as much as 50 percent. Your vehicle’s owner’s manual states the proper inflation pressure at […]
WANT LONGER LASTING TIRES? DO THESE FOUR TASKS.
In order to have the smoothest, most comfortable ride and long lasting tire performance, your tires and vehicle need to be maintained. Find out how to ensure your safety on the road by inspecting, caring for, and maintaining your tire inflation pressure, alignment, tire tread, and tire rotation. Why are these important? 1. Tire inflation […]
WHY IS TIRE BALANCING IMPORTANT FOR TIRE MAINTENANCE?
Tire balancing will help with even wear of the tire, longer tire life and a comfortable ride. It will result in a smooth rolling tire with all areas of the wheel and tire combination being as equal in weight as possible. Out of balance tires can cause uneven and faster tread wear, poor fuel economy, […]
HOW TO DETERMINE IF YOUR TIRES ARE WORN AND NEED REPLACING
Tire tread provides you with the traction to stop and hold your vehicle to the road on curves. Tires with good tread help funnel water out from under the tire to reduce hydroplaning on wet roads. If your tires are well-worn, there is an increased risk of hydroplaning, loss of traction and likelihood of damage […]
TOOLS EVERY DIY CAR REPAIR ENTHUSIAST SHOULD HAVE
As a DIY car repair enthusiast, having the right tools at your disposal can make all the difference between a successful repair and a frustrating ordeal. Whether you’re a seasoned mechanic or just starting out, having a well-equipped toolbox is essential for tackling a wide range of automotive projects. MUST-HAVE TOOLS FOR EVERY TOOLBOX Every […]
