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How do I know when I should get my tires rotated and balanced?
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The interval for tire rotation could depend on a recommendation from either the tire manufacturer or the vehicle maker...
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Jim Van Dyke's Automotive & Tire Center Tech Question:My name is Dan. My vehicle tires wore out early and I had to replace them. What can I do to make my tires last longer?Jim Van...
You may have noticed your tires have a pretty long number on them. Yours might start with a letter, then a 3-digit number, followed by a few more numbers and letters. That string of letter...
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How can I tell when my tires are worn so much that they need to be replaced?
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That is a very important question. As we discuss the matter, keep in mind that one of the most imp...
We've all been there. You park somewhere only to return and find one of your tires is flat; you've picked up a nail on the road. You're hoping you can just have it patched and be on your w...
If your vehicle has a few years on it, you've no doubt had your tires rotated a few times. That means, of course, that a technician has loosened the lug nuts (which hold the wheels on) to remove the w...
New tire choices can be overwhelming for Washington CH, OH drivers. Suppose you have an SUV and are trying to decide between all season tires or some that are also rated for off-highway. How much do y...
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Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Jim Van Dyke's Automotive & Tire Center Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, F...
