How Often to Rotate Tires (And How to Do It)

November 21st, 2019 by
tire rotation

Every year, tire malfunction is a contributing factor to hundreds of motor vehicle traffic fatalities. Some of these malfunctions are a result of uneven wear and could have been prevented by keeping up with routine tire maintenance. Rotating your tires on a regular basis is one of the best ways to extend their life and avoid…

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What’s That Sound? Common Car Noises and What They Might Mean

November 19th, 2019 by
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Common Car Noises and What They Might Mean Car maintenance is vital; catching small problems before they develop into bigger, more expensive issues is key to keeping money in your pockets. But what if you haven’t been keeping up with maintenance? Or what if you have, but are still experiencing issues in between? If you’ve…

What Does a Full Car Service Entail?

November 7th, 2019 by

Car servicing is vital, not only for the safety of you and others on the road but for the efficiency of your vehicle as well. There are thousands of accidents every year, all as a result of vehicle malfunction. And most of those are due to a lack of maintenance on the owner’s part. It’s…

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6 Signs You Need New Brake Pads

October 31st, 2019 by
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If you’re a typical car owner, you probably don’t spend too much time thinking about your brake pads. However, your brake pads are a part of your vehicle that should always be in top working condition. And, you don’t want to wait until something goes wrong to start thinking about them. One of the biggest…

Tired Tires: 11 Signs You Need New Tires

October 24th, 2019 by
Car Tires

11 Signs You Need New Tires Getting a flat tire is one of the most frustrating things that can happen to a driver. If it happens late at night when your phone is dead, it’s not just annoying. It’s downright dangerous. When you get a flat tire, you might pace around asking what you did…

DIY Car Maintenance: 7 Car Maintenance Tasks You Can Do Yourself

September 18th, 2019 by
di it yourself car maintenance

From oil changes to tire rotation, maintaining a car takes a lot of work and money. If you see your mechanic so much you’re thinking about naming them your child’s godparent, it may be time for a change. There are several car repairs you can do yourself to save you money and trips to the…

Vehicle Maintenance Items Not To Neglect

February 26th, 2019 by

It used to be that car ownership was a privilege only the richest people in society could afford. Back then, vehicles were much less reliable, requiring constant expensive maintenance and repairs. As technology has improved, cars have also become more accessible to the general population.   The bad news is some people now think their…

How to Lift Your Truck or SUV

February 8th, 2019 by

How To Lift Your Truck or SUV   There are plenty of good reasons to lift your new or used truck or SUV. You might want to put larger tires on a truck and need the lift for clearance. A lift can also help with off-road driving, increasing approach, departure, and break-over angles, so you…

Tire Education From Your Tire Experts

December 25th, 2018 by

What Tires Do   No matter if you drive a new or used vehicle, all tires perform a few basic functions.  This is true if you get summer tires, all-season tires, winter tires, or any other kinds of tires. Understanding what these are will help you select the right tire.   Tires literally carry the…

How Tires Affect Car Performance and Handling

November 4th, 2018 by
Tire Performance

Performance and Handling   When it comes to establishing a car’s performance, the engine is considered to be of utmost importance. Most drivers want to find out significant info about the torque of the engine, the horsepower, the transmission, and so on – as these are believed to be directly linked with a vehicle’s performance….

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