Ultimate Automotive Service
5900 Oakwood Dr, Urbandale, IA 50322 515.270.2096

Tires and Wheels

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Are You Going Nuts? (Lug Nut Replacement)

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...
Published on: Mar 26, 2023

Tire Replacement at Ultimate Automotive Service in Urbandale

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...
Published on: Nov 24, 2022

Selecting Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} 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...
Published on: Oct 28, 2022

Simple Answers from Ultimate Automotive Service for Urbandale: Selecting Tires

{{ image('http://image.listpipe.com/Simple') }} 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 fact...
Published on: Mar 27, 2022

Simple Answers from Ultimate Automotive Service for Urbandale: Tire Tread Depth

Question How can I tell when my tires are worn so much that they need to be replaced? Answer That is a very important question.  As we discuss the matter, keep in mind that one of the most imp...
Published on: Jan 04, 2022

The Heat is On (Hot Weather Vehicle Concerns)

When the weather gets hot, some of the components of your vehicle are pushed to the limit.  Here are a few things to watch out for as the mercury climbs higher: Your vehicle's air conditioning...
Published on: Aug 20, 2021

Getting the Right Wheels and Tires in Urbandale

A lot of Urbandale want custom wheels. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes they just don't fit right: The tires rub in turns...
Published on: Jul 15, 2021

Tire Rotation and Balancing

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...
Published on: Jun 26, 2021