While the weather outside might not always be frightful, nothing is worse than not being winter ready. There is nothing worse than dealing with vehicle problems when you’re battling frigid temperatures, snow, ice and wind. more “5 Winter Ready Tips for Your Vehicle”
Tires and weather, weather and tires. The two always seem to go hand in hand. If you can juuuuuuust get here. We can help you get ready for winter. Safer Handling… Longer Lasting Tires… Improved Gas Mileage. All things that a proper alignment can do for you this winter.
The new year signals renewed hope for new beginnings and a list of resolutions. Every year most of your resolutions evolve around your health, self-improvement, finances and love.
What about making a resolution involving the maintenance of your vehicle? Yes, it may seem trivial when compared to your other resolutions but you trust your vehicle to get you to the places you need to go in a safe and timely manner. So why isn’t your vehicle part of your yearly resolutions?
Show your trusted vehicle some love this year by following three simple resolutions:
Over the river and through the woods to grandmother’s house you may go for the holidays. While you’re looking forward to a joyous holiday season, traveling can be stressful. Not just for you but your vehicle as well.
Tire Discounters wants you to be safe on the road and enjoy all holiday festivities. Put your mind at ease by visiting your local Tire Discounters and take advantage of our seven different courtesy checks or our extensive 22-point safety check to ensure your vehicle is in good condition and safe for all your holiday travel needs.
In preparation for the cold winter months, many drivers begin to think about winter weather driving and the dangers that it can bring. Even if you have had your car for a long time and feel very comfortable behind the wheel, sometimes the unpredictable conditions on winter roads can catch you off guard. Tire Discounters wants you to feel ready for the change of season by providing you with the top ten list of things you can do to prepare for winter driving.
Did you know that car experts recommend using different tires during different seasons? You might be asking yourself, “Should I really replace my tires twice a year?” When tire experts advise drivers to outfit their cars with winter tires during the winter, they aren’t saying you should throw out your summer tires! What you should do is properly store them until next summer.
The turning of the calendar to November signals the start of the busiest time of the year. From fall school activities wrapping-up before the holiday season to honoring our fine men and women on Veterans Day to spending time with family and friends on Thanksgiving. The month of November is a month packed full of important events and celebrations. Vehicle prep is not usually on anyone’s radar. more “5 Key Ingredients to November Vehicle Prep”
Summer, Winter or All-Season Tires? It all comes down to two factors. The first is the rubber compound from which they are made. The second is the overall tread pattern designed specifically for certain weather conditions.
Article from Keith Barry, Consumer Reports, 6/7/18
Car tires lose grip long before they wear out, but a new study from the Automobile Association of America (AAA) provides sobering information about just how dangerous older tires can become on rain-slickened roads.
The study shows that driving on wet roads with tires that have only 4/32” of tread depth left could increase the stopping distance of a passenger car by up to 87 feet, and reduce a driver’s ability to control a vehicle by 33 percent.
more “Tires Don’t Have To Be Worn Out To Lose Traction In Wet Weather, Study Shows”
A key factor in determining the health of your tires is tread depth. Your tires tread is responsible for breaking, traction, handling, steering and even comfort. Tread depth helps keep your vehicle on the road and the occupants of your vehicle safe. One of the quickest and easiest ways to check is the penny test for tread depth.
