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Removing, Inspecting and Installing Wheels

Wheels are very reliable and therefore probably one of the most neglected parts on a vehicle. Most go around for hundreds of thousands of miles usually without a lick of trouble. However, through the years they can become damaged, crack or become weakened by rust and corrosion. Kelsey Hayes, one of the largest manufacturers of automotive wheels, once estimated that ... Read More »

Save That Tire

Flat tires are rare today, but they do happen, especially if you drive an older vehicle. Here are a few tips that can mean help increase the chances that the tire can be saved and repaired. Read More »

Balloons for the Road – Advice on Maintaining Tires

Mention balloons and the average person thinks of a party. In the early days of automobiles, the forerunner of the modern tire was often referred to as a "balloon tire." Similarities still exist between "party balloons" and inflatable tires. Motorists may not realize it, but they drive on a cushion of air. Tires alone do not support a vehicle, the air pressure inside them does! Read More »

Summer Tire Checklist

Tire care is especially critical in warm weather because long trips, heavy loads, higher speeds and higher temperatures all put additional stress on tires. Read More »

Do you Understand your Tires?

Want to read your tire's thoughts and intentions? You should, because understanding what your car's shoes can and cannot do is as important to driving, as is the car's horsepower rating or rear suspension design. Read More »

Check Tires Prior to Seasonal Rains for Safety’s Sake

Worn tires and a National Weather Service forecast calling for significant rainfall and perhaps flooding is a recipe for disaster. Drivers should inspect their tires for adequate tread depth to ensure that they can handle the puddles and slick pavement that springtime brings. Read More »