When autumn arrives, it brings shorter days and plenty of cool, crisp air. It's my favorite time of the year. Autumn is also a time for some home and vehicle maintenance tasks to prepare for winter. Bringing in the garden hoses, cleaning the gutters of leaves, and swapping out the summer gear for winter gear in the car. It is pretty common to see the...
When it comes to car maintenance, early detection and preventative care can be key to preventing costly repairs. For example, do follow the factory-suggested timelines for service. Don’t ignore minor issues or changes to your driving comfort, stability, or steering. Be sure to add tire balancing to your car maintenance routine to prevent vehicle safety concerns arising from unbalanced wheels. Let’s look more closely into...
Almost overnight, it seems like spring has arrived. This time of year brings to mind a few car maintenance tasks for many motorists in cold climates. Knowing when to swap your tires depends on a few factors. Seasonal temperatures can be unpredictable, so the time of year may change slightly. Let's review how winter tires differ from all-weather tires, not just in tire tread but...
Your vehicle's tires ensure your safety and provide optimal road performance. Over time, tires wear down, and you will need to replace them. But how do you know when to invest in a new set of tires? Signs that indicate it's time to replace your tires include low tread depth, uneven tread wear, and poor fuel efficiency. 1) Worn Tires Tread Depth Tread depth is an excellent...
Have you ever taken your car in for an oil change, and the service person suggested a tire rotation? If you're like me, you may have wondered if a tire rotation is really necessary or just an add-on service to charge you more money. It turns out that the service person was trying to save me money and help improve my vehicle's performance. How, you...
In this 4-part blog series, we have explored how auto maintenance applies to the safety and performance of our vehicles. The suspension, wheel alignment, and auto tires comprise the three parts of the auto stability triangle. In this final installment, I will show how vital auto tire maintenance is for vehicle safety. I will explain tread depth, tire pressure, and tire balancing. Additionally, we will...
Welcome to part 3 of the auto stability triangle blog series. The suspension, wheel alignment, and tires are the three sides of the auto stability triangle. In this blog, we will concentrate on wheel alignment. Below I will explain what wheel alignment is and how it contributes to auto stability. Additionally, I’ll discuss common symptoms of misalignment (like car shaking & tire wear) and suggest...
As car owners, we need to have a good grasp of basic auto maintenance. In addition, we should know how auto maintenance applies to the safety and performance of our vehicles. In this blog, I will discuss the auto stability triangle and how it affects different systems in your car. The suspension, tires, and wheel alignment are the three legs of the auto stability triangle....
The condition of your tires has a direct impact on the efficiency, performance, and most importantly, the safety of your vehicle. Tires take a real beating while driving. Hazardous road conditions, incorrect air pressure, extreme temperatures, and even ‘normal wear’, all contribute to the degradation of your tires. As the tread wears down, you can lose traction and braking ability. This means that it may...