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Tag: tires

5 Easy Tips to Help You Get the Most Out of Your Tires

Tweet Whether you drive a new vehicle or a used one, purchasing a vehicle is a significant investment. But, the money you spend on your vehicle doesn’t stop after making the initial purchase. In fact, it will continue for as long as you own the vehicle but it will come in the form of auto […]

How Far Can You SAFELY Drive on a Spare Tire?

Tweet Flat tire … these are two words that you never want to hear when you’re driving. Whether you’re in the middle of a road trip, only 5 miles from home, or commuting to work, having to fix a flat and drive on a spare tire is always inconvenient.  While it’s not fun, getting a flat tire […]

Is Getting a Tune-Up a Thing of the Past?

Tweet Unless you’re driving a car that’s 20 years old or older, the answer to the question is “yes” – modern vehicles no longer require a tune-up at regular intervals. Traditionally, getting a tune-up meant taking your vehicle to a knowledgeable mechanic. He would listen to and make adjustments to the vehicle’s engine, bring it […]

Potholes – Damaging and Disastrous

Tweet What do you get when you mix a lot of rain water, colder temperatures, traffic and a cracked section of asphalt? A recipe for disaster – potholes! Often unavoidable, potholes can wreak havoc on car tires, wheels, alignment and suspension, causing drivers to spend millions of dollars every year to repair the damage. The […]

Differential Repair to Keep You Moving Smooth

Tweet Your wheels go different speeds and different distances, so the differential system in your vehicle is vital. Locked up wheels and other problems that arise aren’t going to get you very far. How the Rear Differential Works The name is descriptive; it can distribute different kinds of speeds to wheels especially during a turn. […]

What auto maintenance should you budget for?

Tweet   When you own a vehicle, the car payment, insurance premiums and gas costs are not the only things you should consider for your budget. There are some pretty important auto maintenance items that you can expect and need to budget for. In doing so, you’re maintaining your vehicle so that it will last […]

Avoiding the Nightmare of Costly Auto Repairs

Tweet We all know SOMEONE who has had the misfortune of having to pay for major auto repairs. They can suck whatever savings there may be in the bank and then some. Sometimes, expensive auto repairs leave people in credit card debt, other times it leaves them with a vehicle that they cannot afford to […]

Help! My Car is Shaking Like Crazy!

Tweet What causes a vehicle to vibrate? Have you ever been driving along and suddenly the steering wheel on your car is vibrating out of control? Almost every driver has experienced some sort of shaky, bumpy or vibrating driving from time to time. Don’t Ignore It Never ignore those shakes and shimmers; they could be […]

Tips for a Vehicle That is Summer Ready

Tweet Summer is here! We know you must be as excited as we are. If you’re like most people, then you probably have some road trips and exciting travel in your future. But will you be able to rely on your vehicle to get you there safely and easily? Knowing how to prepare your vehicle […]

Safe Driving Starts with Vehicle Maintenance

Tweet There are many safe driving tips out there, and they are excellent to follow, but many drivers don’t realize that safe driving actually starts with the car itself! If a vehicle is not safe, then the driver and those around them are not safe either. In fact, at least five percent of all accidents could […]