Tires and Wheels
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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 19, 2025
The Flat Fix that Fits (Tire Repairs)
Can you think of anyone who likes getting a flat tire? Of course not. But when one of your tires winds up with a flat or leak, whether it be from things like hitting a curb, running over a...
Published on: Apr 28, 2024
No Fountain of Youth (Aging Tires)
Can you think of anyone who enjoys aging? Wrinkles where you don't want them, gray hair, eyes that won't focus any more, no stamina.
Believe it or not, your tires age, too, and they don't...
Published on: Jul 23, 2023
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: Jun 26, 2022
It Wears on You (Tire Rotation)
If someone told you there was a fairly inexpensive way to improve your vehicle's handling, fuel economy and extend the life of your tires, you'd probably ask, "What do I have to do?" The answer is to ...
Published on: Jun 12, 2022
Don't Neglect Your Spare (Spare Tire Care)
If you've ever had a flat tire, then you know welcome it is to have a spare tire that is properly inflated, in good shape and easy to get to. Problem is many of us don't even give our spare tire...
Published on: Aug 29, 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: Dec 20, 2020
Automotive Tips from Automotive care articles and videos: Where Should New Tires Be Placed
When Valparaiso drivers need to replace tires, they need to know how many they should get and on which axle they should be placed. Replacing a damaged tire may leave you with three others with signifi...
Published on: Apr 05, 2020