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When Your Tires are Tired (Tire Replacement)
Tires are so reliable these days that few drivers pay much attention to them. But tires wear out. They have a tough job since they are the only point of contact between your vehicle and th...
Published on: Nov 03, 2024
Flat Tire? Three’s the Charm (Tire Repair)
For most drivers, at some point you’re going to have a flat tire. Depending on how it was damaged, it may have to be replaced. But sometimes, a repair will do the trick, as long as the pun...
Published on: Jun 09, 2024
Rubber Match (Tire Replacement)
A set of new tires isn't probably high on anyone's list of exciting purchases. But since your life is literally riding on them, it's probably a good idea to know when it's time for you to buy ne...
Published on: Feb 19, 2023
To Fix or Not To Fix (Tire Repair)
You know that sinking feeling when you realize one of your tires has a problem. It may be making an odd noise or behaving oddly when you're driving. You may hit a pothole or curb and one s...
Published on: Jan 29, 2023
Read a Good Tire Lately? (Tire Wear)
There's lots of good information to read in books and online. You might not know that you can also "read" your tires and learn a lot about what shape they're in and if they are in need of attent...
Published on: Nov 06, 2022
How Tired Are Your Tires? (Tire replacement)
Of the things you think about most, your tires are probably pretty far down the list. That’s understandable because today’s tires are engineered to do their job without needing you to pay ...
Published on: Sep 26, 2021
Tire or Re-Tire? (Getting Tires Ready for Hot Weather)
Heat isn't easy on vehicle tires, and as the seasons change, make sure yours are ready to take the heat.
Let's talk first about inflation. Heat causes air to expand, so heat alone can rai...
Published on: Jun 13, 2021
What's in a Number? (What Tire Numbers Mean)
You've probably never paid much attention to the writing on the sides of your tires, but they contain a wealth of information. There's a long combination of letters and numbers that can tell you...
Published on: May 09, 2021