New tires are a big ticket item for most Marshalltown drivers. You're not only concerned about the price, but you want to know that it'll be a long time before you need to buy new tires again.
And of...
Let’s talk about winter tires. We’re not talking about all-season tires here, but dedicated winter tires.
Modern winter tires do a terrific job in a wide range of winter conditions....
When talking about stopping power, we tend to focus on our brakes. But our tires are where the rubber meets the road. So having good brakes isn't enough: we have to have tires with enough traction to ...
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...
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...
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Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Big '8' Tyre & Auto Centers Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Valu...
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...
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Question:What is the benefit of winter tires?Big '8' Tyre & Auto Centers Answer:This is a really good question. Most new vehicles in Marshalltown come with all-season tires that w...