Faced with buying new tires? It can be an overwhelming experience, to be sure. Tires are a big investment, after all. Plus, there are countless brands, types and sizes out there to choose from. This can all get pretty confusing. So, how do you know which type of tire to go with? Before taking the […]
This is called flatspotting. Essentially, this is just what it sounds like: your tires will develop flat spots if they sit in one place for too long, especially out in the cold. They will spread out and flatten in the area where they are touching the pavement. When it’s cold out, the rubber will get […]
It’s important to never skip a tire rotation. This chore can easily be forgotten about, but your trusted mechanic or tire shop should take care of this for you. Here’s why you should stay on top of regular tire rotations, usually done at every other oil change. What is a Tire Rotation? While it may […]
Car damage from potholes is extremely common during the fall in Atlanta. You’ll want to regularly inspect your tires for bulges, suspension problems, and body damage after driving over a particularly nasty pothole. You may encounter dozens of potholes on your way to work every day, and you can only avoid them for so long. […]
Knowing the health of your tires isn’t as daunting as you may think. Usually, determining when it’s time to do a tire replacement simply takes a quick look with a discriminating eye. But that being said, you have to know what you’re looking for. Here are some tips on how to accurately assess your tires. […]
There are many classifications used to describe a tire’s ability to maintain air pressure and carry weight. One of those is load range, which is represented by a letter (B, C, D, E, etc.); this shows you the durability of the tire, how much air it can hold, and how much weight it can safely […]
If your tire bursts in the middle of a long drive, you want assurances that someone will be there to help you. Why walk two miles to the nearest auto repair shop when you can call us? Check out these 10 benefits of mobile tire replacement. 1. Convenience When you have 24/7 emergency roadside assistance […]
Wheel alignment is the process of ensuring the wheels of your vehicle are perpendicular to the road and that they stay parallel to one another – all of this while maintaining sustained pressure to guard against friction. You should get a wheel alignment every time your vehicle is serviced. At the time of wheel alignment, […]
Wet weather poses risks to drivers of all ages. There are nearly six million vehicle crashes each year in this country, and about 21 percent of them are weather-related, which are those crashes that occur in adverse weather (such as rain, sleet, fog, snow, crosswinds, or blowing sand) or on slick pavement, according to the […]
