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 Urbandale 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 you drive...
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Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Ultimate Automotive Service Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Valu...
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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...
You can make your tires last longer with regular tire rotation and wheel balancing. Let’s start with tire rotation. In normal driving, your front tires wear more on the shoulders bec...
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...
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Ultimate Automotive Service 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?Ultimate Automotive...
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...
