by Nick Stoffel | May 27, 2016 | auto repair, car care tips, general car maintenance, tire repair, Uncategorized
Getting your vehicle ready for summer and any road trips you might take is important. By doing so, you can increase the chance your vehicle will be road ready when you set out across town or on vacation. The lights should be checked regularly, and... by Nick Stoffel | May 13, 2016 | safe driving tips, Tire History, tire repair, Uncategorized, vehicle safety inspection
Metal fitted around wooden wheels was used before rubber was invented. This helped to reduce wear and tear. In the 1800’s the first tire was actually made of rubber. This was a new development in the version of tires. These were sold as cushion tires. The... by Nick Stoffel | Apr 22, 2016 | auto repair, general car maintenance, tire repair, Uncategorized, wheel alignment
Part of the regular maintenance includes the tires and having an alignment done. Having the wheels aligned can be beneficial with achieving better gas mileage. Tires that are not aligned can cause extra and unnecessary drag and force for your vehicle. ... by Nick Stoffel | Apr 8, 2016 | car care tips, potholes, safe driving, tire repair, Uncategorized
The weather is the most significant contributor to the severity of the pothole, as water drips through cracks in the roadway. During the colder winter months, that water freezes, expands, and pushes upward. As the water expands, the pavement above the water... by Nick Stoffel | Sep 24, 2015 | auto repair, general car maintenance, safe driving tips, tire repair, Uncategorized
When driving, you will want the parts and components to be in the best condition possible. The only part of your vehicle that makes direct contact with the surface of the road are the tires. It is important to inspect the tires on a regular basis. By doing so, you can... by Nick Stoffel | Jul 6, 2015 | brake repair, increase fuel economy, safe driving tips, tire repair, Uncategorized
Keeping your vehicle maintained and safe is important. One part to check is the brake light system of your vehicle. These lights become even more important whenever you are driving at night. You will need for the other drivers to see you as you are driving down the...