Tips and tricks — safety

Are You Going Bald? -- When to Replace Tires

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Are You Going Bald? -- When to Replace Tires

When is it time to change your tires? Are you worried that your tires don't have the grip they used to? Worried about having a flat or a blow out? There's an easy way to check and see if your tires are going bald. It's called the Penny Test. The Penny Test is a well known hack that's been around since our parents' parents were young, nearly as long as tires have had distinguishable tread, and it keeps us from driving on dangerously thin tires. How to perform The Penny Test To perform the Penny Test, take a penny so that Lincoln's head...

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Summer Blues -- Tire Blowouts

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Summer Blues -- Tire Blowouts

When it gets hot outside, the last thing on most people’s minds is their tires. Hot weather brings challenges of A/C and pool parties, but did you know that it can also affect your tires? It’s estimated that for every 10 degrees F that the temperature raises, tire pressure will raise one pound. Along with the hot and flexible nature of tires, that one or two pounds of pressure can make a huge difference. Your tires are made of rubber, as are all tires. Rubber is a thick, flexible material, that is designed to take a lot of punishment. It...

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What You Need To Know About Hydroplaning

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What You Need To Know About Hydroplaning

So, you were driving down the highway when all of a sudden you feel your car skip and then you realize you are no longer driving as much as you are … floating? Maybe it last for a second or maybe you’re still continuing down the highway wondering why this is happening. Either way you’ve probably figured out that your vehicle is now hydroplaning. What is hydroplaning? The loss of tire traction on the road resulting in the car skidding or gliding over the surface of the water. When a tire is unable to push out more water than it...

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Is it time for Winter Tires?

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Is it time for Winter Tires?

Now that we are getting well into the coldest part of the year it may be time to get some new Winter Tires. Are you new to an area with cold winter and need some information on changing over? It is important to be aware of when it’s time to put your winter tires on and when to take them off.   The Benefits of Winter-Tires The All-Season Tires that we’ve been running on all year are working great and as the name says they are made for ALL SEASON right? Right, but it is important to know that all-season...

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Off-Roading for Beginners!

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Off-Roading for Beginners!

Have you finally decided to take on the great outdoors in that new Jeep or truck of yours? We know you’re excited to buy those new tires that’ll help conquer those trails you’ve been eyeing, but before you do here’s some need to know basics on off roading to keep you and your ride safe. First things first… Be Prepared! As excited as you are to get out there is not only more fun but it is much safer to NEVER go alone. If you’re new to the trails it’s easy to get lost so it’s nice to have some...

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