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Mixing Tires – Bad Idea

posted on 2/11/2016 6:46:00 AM
Mixing Tires – Bad Idea
In a perfect world, all four tires would wear out at the same time. In the same perfect world, everyone would be able to afford a whole set of tires all at once. Unfortunately, things often just do not work out that way.  Sometimes you may just have to replace tires as you can afford them, one or two at a time, but there are some important things to bear in mind if you have to do that. If you can only afford to replace one or two tires, it’s essential that you go with tires ...
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Get The Most Out Of That Set Of Tires

posted on 1/5/2016 12:03:00 PM
Get The Most Out Of That Set Of Tires
Your tires are a pretty big investment. Even with the cheapest set of tires, you’re going to be spending upwards of $400 on the tires, mounting, balancing, disposal fees and taxes. Since you laid down that kind of money, doesn’t it just make sense to make sure you get the most miles possible out of them? Here’s some advice on long tire life:  • Regularly check your tire pressure. This one is really, really important. Underinflated tires will wear uneven...
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Winter Tires – Yea or Nay?

posted on 10/5/2015 11:14:00 AM
Winter Tires – Yea or Nay?
In a lot of parts of the country, the winters are tough enough that all-season tires just won’t get the job done. All-season tires are a compromise; they offer good year-round traction with a quiet ride, good handling and road manners. They tend to perform well in wet weather and light wintry conditions, but when the snow is more than a couple of inches deep, all-season tires are out of their league. That’s when it’s time to consider winter tires.  Today’s winte...
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Winter Tires? Or All-Season Tires?

posted on 10/5/2015 11:09:00 AM
Winter Tires? Or All-Season Tires?
Winter tires versus all-season tires…which is the right choice for you?  The two designs are quite different and deliver different levels of performance and winter-weather traction, so let’s discuss. • All-season tires are designed as an all-around compromise. They feature a tread pattern that evacuates water from the tire’s contact patch to prevent hydroplaning, with plenty of small, textured slits (sipes) to add extra biting edges for traction in wet or s...
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Don’t Forget Your Spare

posted on 10/5/2015 11:03:00 AM
Don’t Forget Your Spare
Oh, the lowly spare tire. It doesn’t get much respect.   Today, a lot of vehicles don’t even come with a spare tire anymore, not even the little “donut” space-saver spare. Instead, to cut weight and free up space, they come with a compressor and a can of a Fix-a-Flat-style product in hopes that you can get back on your way again. Great idea, unless your tire has a sidewall puncture or is shredded…Anyway, if your car is equipped with a spare, you shou...
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Are All-Season Tires Really All-Season?

posted on 7/28/2015 10:12:00 AM
Are All-Season Tires Really All-Season?
We frequently get questions about all-season tires when consumers are trying to make the right purchasing decision for  a set of new tires. As the title of the blog asks…”are all-season tires really all-season?” The answer is: it that depends on what part of the country you’re living in. All-season tires are a compromise from the very start. They’re designed for a forgiving ride, low noise, decent handling and good road manners. Maybe not as much as ...
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Do Your Homework on Tire Safety

posted on 7/28/2015 10:07:00 AM
Do Your Homework on Tire Safety
We see it all the time…people tend to not think about their tires until something goes wrong. Sometimes, this can mean sitting on the side of the road waiting for help, and other times it can mean more serious consequences. Here are a few things to remember for tire safety as the summer winds down and back-to-school season starts. • Check your tire pressure regularly. This one is really important. Your car’s tires will lose air through the valve over time, and an underinfl...
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Seven Things You Need To Know About Tires

posted on 7/24/2015 11:15:00 AM
Seven Things You Need To Know About Tires
We often see customers who are a little overwhelmed by the tire buying process. There are so many types of tires for different vehicles and different driving styles, all at different price points. Here are a few things every driver needs to know about tires: ·   A tire is constructed from the inside out, starting at the inner liner. There are 20 to 25 different components in every tire; fabric belts are wrapped around the inner liner, with steel belts, more fabric belts and othe...
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What Makes All-Season Tires So Great?

posted on 6/24/2015 1:41:00 PM
What Makes All-Season Tires So Great?
So your closet has a pair of flip-flops for the summer, a pair of heavy boots for the winter, and a comfortable pair of sneakers for most of the rest of the year. If you live in a climate that doesn’t have harsh winters, you might just be able to wear those sneakers year-round...and all-season tires are the equivalent of your comfortable sneakers. So what makes all-season tires so special?Winter tires are excellent for severe conditions like heavy snow and even ice. They feature speci...
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Get Ready for Summer Road Trips with New Tires

posted on 5/12/2015 10:30:00 AM
Get Ready for Summer Road Trips with New Tires
 Summer’s going to be here before you know it, and that means time for family road trips!  We know there’s a lot to think about when you’re planning a vacation...money, accommodations, scheduling, keeping the kids occupied in the car...but one thing you definitely should not neglect in those plans is your tires.  Summer road trips are hard on tires. You have to figure you’re in a car that’s likely loaded to the gills, driving for hours and h...
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