Month: March 2015

  • Top 5 Cooling System Maintenance Myths Busted

    Top 5 Cooling System Maintenance Myths Busted

    There’s a wealth of misinformation circulating about automotive repair. Every time a question it asked, it seems like a new answer is given. Add amateur mechanics and unethical auto repair shops to the already confusing conversation, and it’s tough to get a straight answer. Not only could this result in you paying for unnecessary services,…

  • Top 10 Car-Maintenance Checklist

    Top 10 Car-Maintenance Checklist

    Trying to remember all your appointments, important dates and phone numbers is commendable, if hardly possible. That’s a major reason you carry a smartphone; its ability to make calls has almost become an ancillary feature. So, considering what you already need to keep sorted, you might think you don’t have the head space for a…

  • Tire Rotation & Auto Service Tips

    Tire Rotation & Auto Service Tips

    Preventive Auto Maintenance When replacing tires, MAP and vehicle manufacturers suggest that the replacement tires match or exceed the OEM speed and load rating designation. If tires of different speed rating designations are mixed on the same vehicle, the tires may vary in handling characteristics. Do not mix different speed rating designations on the same…

  • Tire Wear

    Tire Wear

    As tires turn and repeatedly come into contact with the surface of the road, tiny bits of rubber break off and over time these bits add up to significant wear. Ideally, a tire should wear evenly across the entire tread surface, but when a tire is not balanced, aligned or inflated properly, uneven wear occurs.…

  • Tire Safety and Maintenance Tips

    Tire Safety and Maintenance Tips

    Auto mechanics and public safety officials stress the importance of tire maintenance, but not all drivers take the time to routinely inspect tires and practice good tire safety. Here are some of the best suggestions for keeping your tires in good shape to limit hazards and costs over time. 1. Routinely Check Tire Tread. To…

  • Tire Care & Maintenance Guide

    Tire Care & Maintenance Guide

    The easiest way to help ensure satisfactory mileage and performance from your Goodyear tires is to give them a simple, monthly inspection for proper inflation, even treadwear, and damage. -Maintain Proper Inflation Pressure in Your Tires Proper inflation pressure is necessary for optimum tire performance, safety, and fuel economy. To maintain proper inflation pressure, frequently…

  • Three car maintenance jobs you can do yourself

    Three car maintenance jobs you can do yourself

    Everyone is looking for innovative ways to save money. Many car repair jobs are best left to the professionals, but here are five maintenance tasks that you can take on yourself, even if you’ve never so much as picked up a wrench. Important note: Before you do anything, buy a repair manual for your car.…

  • The World of Car Care

    The World of Car Care

    Welcome to the World of Car Care Whether or not you pump your own gas, your car probably receives less attention than it should. Regular maintenance checks and simple service can greatly reduce the expense of car ownership. Most of the checks and services described here can be done at little or no cost. Best…

  • The What, Why and How of Wheel Balancing

    The What, Why and How of Wheel Balancing

    Wheel balancing, also known as tire balancing, is the process of equalizing the weight of the combined tire and wheel assembly so that it spins smoothly at high speed. Balancing involves putting the wheel/tire assembly on a balancer, which centers the wheel and spins it to determine where the weights should go. In essence, wheels…

  • The longevity of car battery

    The longevity of car battery

    Although car battery problems are often associated with cold weather, Consumer Reports magazine says actually heat is a bigger enemy of car batteries and will take a bigger toll on performance and reserve capacity. The magazine recommends that vehicle owners in hotter parts of the country have their car battery tested after two years of…