It’s hard to understand how much maintenance and upkeep a vehicle takes until you own one. First-time car owners are not always prepared for the many routine problems that they may need to fix, or know what to look for when a problem arises. Want to be a car owner that knows how to keep…

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,…

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…

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…

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.…

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…

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…

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.…

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…

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…