You likely switch out your tires to suit the current season. Whether switching to winter or summer tires, you have to have a place to properly store the tires that aren’t being used. You may have a professional do this or you may do it yourself, but either way, you’re still left with the question […]
How well you take care of your car will determine how well it treats you. But there are many things you’re doing to your car or while driving that are harming your vehicle. You may not even realize you’re doing them! Here are the top six things that motorists do to inadvertently harm their car […]
If it’s time to replace your tires, you may have started the search and got pretty overwhelmed at all the choices out there. Here we will go over the difference between two popular types of tires: touring tires and performance tires. Touring Tires First off, touring tires are best for those who drive a lot. […]
Ah, the age-old question: to plug or replace? Many of us have been faced with this same situation over the years. You’re driving to work and hear the thump of a flat tire. You get out to take a look and see the deflated tire, perhaps even some damage. You can’t drive on it, so […]
Summer is the perfect time for setting out on a road trip. But before you go, make sure you heed this checklist so you can ensure your total safety on the roadways. 1. Check Tires Inspect all of your tires and make sure they are properly inflated. The same goes for your spare tire. Be […]
You’re driving along, minding your own business when you hear a thud, then a repetitive bumping sound. You have a flat. Great timing, right? If you know how to change a tire and can do so safely off to the side of the road away from traffic, you can at least proceed to your destination […]
You probably don’t give much thought to how your tires are made, but the process is actually quite fascinating. In general, tires are made from flexible, strong rubber that attaches to the rim of your wheel. Its purpose is to offer a textured gripping surface for traction, serving as a kind of cushion for the […]
If you’re in the market to change rim sizes or you want to change tire size for your vehicle, you may wonder where to start. After all, it has to be a precise fit, and those numbers can certainly get confusing. For instance, a tire size that reads 225/60R16 means the tire itself is 225 […]
If you’re heading out on a road trip soon, it’s vital that you do a thorough tire check beforehand to boost your safety as well as your fuel economy. The following tire check tips should be done monthly, but also right before you take a road trip in the car. You don’t want to experience […]
