Category Archives: Tires And Wheels
Winter Tires
What You Need to Know About Winter Tires In most of the United States, winter tires are uncommon, and in some places, they not even legal. However, in some of the coldest and snowiest parts of the country, winter tires are an important part of safe driving during the winter months. Do you use winter…
Car Need Alignment?
An Introduction to Alignment You might know that you need an alignment if you’re driving down the road with your steering wheel straight and your tires are aiming the wrong direction. Obviously, misaligned tires affect your steering but they can also affect your suspension system, cause unnecessary wear on your tires, and create an unsafe…
Spare Tire Care
If you happen to get a flat tire, having a spare can be a lifesaver! It allows you to get where you’re going and to drive to the repair shop to have the tire fixed or replaced. Spare tires have traditionally come with new vehicles, and are usually smaller than regular tires to help preserve…
Tire Rotation
Vehicles require all kinds of maintenance to keep them safe to drive for everyone on the roads. While your tires do technically rotate every time you drive, that’s not the kind of rotation needed to keep them wearing evenly and keep your vehicle running smoothly. Moving your tires from one wheel to another is called…
Tires And Wheels – What You Need To Know
Mounting and Balancing Tires: The Basics Tire balancing ensures that the distribution of mass within the tire is even, extending the life of the tire and the safety of the ride. It’s necessary to balance tires before they’re installed on a vehicle, and as tires accumulate more miles, they can lose balance, so they may…