Do you ever feel overwhelmed by car maintenance? I do. I mean, sometimes it feels like I have my car in for factory-recommended service every other month. Are all these appointments really necessary? Take wheel balancing, for example. Is it really needed, or can I skip it? Let's break it down. Part of routine tire maintenance includes wheel balancing, which corrects any imbalance (like radial...
Did you know seven tire punctures occur every second across the United States, accounting for 220 million flat tires annually? Flat tires and blow-outs are estimated to cause over 400 deaths and more than 78,300 crashes yearly. Sounds crazy, right? What can you do to avoid becoming part of that statistic? Well, lucky for you, practicing routine tire maintenance in Ann Arbor, MI, and scheduling...
Now that the weather is warming up, our schedules are filling up, too. More outside activities, traveling, and family events will take over our weekends. This means it's time to schedule your vehicle's routine tire maintenance service. Your spring tire care should include wheel alignment, tire balancing, and tire rotation to achieve optimum vehicle performance. Keep reading for more helpful tips to keep you and your...
With icy roads, heavy snow, and limited visibility, winter driving can be treacherous. Safely navigating these challenging conditions requires the right equipment. Your tires are the only point of contact between your vehicle and the road. Winter tires are designed to increase traction and fuel efficiency in cold weather. Keep reading for tire care tips and the benefits of choosing quality tires. Winter Tires Features Unlike all-season...
Leaving your car stationary for weeks or months at a time can cause an array of issues, so it’s best to get ahead of the problem....
What do winter tires and your insurance deductible have in common?. Actually nothing, except they are very similar in cost. With the cost of auto insurance premiums today most people have a $1000.00 dollar deductible. A new set of 4 winter tires on wheels cost about $1000.00 dollars. (It's not safe to run only 2 winter tires because the significant difference it traction). Winter tires...