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The Pros and Cons of Used Tires for Your Car (And Tips to Help)

Used tires offer vehicle owners advantages, but there are some less-obvious drawbacks to consider as well. At Western Auto Wrecking, we want to help you.

How Much Does a Wheel Alignment Cost?

If your car is drifting or rattling, it might be time for an alignment.

Storing Tires Environmentally Safely

How to Check Tire Pressure & Inflate Tires

Learn how to check tire pressure and maintain proper inflation for driving safety and fuel economy. Learn how to conduct this preventative maintenance.

10 Cars That Can Run For Over 250,000 Miles

While just about any car these days can clock a quarter million miles if an owner throws enough money at it in terms of ongoing repairs and upkeep – some models tend to be more enjoyable to own and hold together better over the long haul than others.To determine which would be the most likely ne

Why is it so hard to find an auto mechanic these days?

Don't ignore that 'check engine' light much longer—it could take a while to find someone to fix your car. Here's why.

Understanding Your Tires for a Better/Safer Ride

Bob Abram, the Product Planning Manager at Yokohama Tire Corporation, gives us a greater understanding of your tires for a better/safer ride.

The Temporary Spare Tire

I have been noticing many cars driving down the road with the temporary spare tire or “donut” as some people call them. The spare tire diameter is smaller than the existing tire size. The reason fo…

What to Do During a Fleet Tire Blowout

Tire blowouts can be extremely dangerous in the best of circumstances. Understanding how to deal with blowouts can help your fleet minimize damage and risks, saving lives, property, and cargo when …

How to Change A Tire Safely

Want to know how to change a tire? If you want some basic automotive skills, then this tutorial is for you. Know exactly what to do in case of a flat tire.

How do I know when my tires need to be rotated?

Tire rotation isn't hard: It won't take you long and it's cheap to have done professionally. Still, it's something we often neglect to do. How often should you rotate your tires?

How often should you replace your Tires?

Tire Manufacturers provide Info that is listed on each Tire made. This information is the Speed Rating, Load Carrying Capacity and the ...

Inflate Your Tires From Anywhere With This $19 Gadget 

Thisportable tire inflator is powered directly from your car's electrical outlet, so you never have to worry about running on a flat. Today on Amazon, you can clip the 15% off coupon to knock the price down to $19. The final discount is reflected at checkout. [Bell Automotive Pistol Grip Tire Inflator, $19 after coupon]

Simple Steps to Maximize RV Tire Life

Once you know the basics about your RV tires, it's easy to maintain your properly inflated tires. Follow FMCA's tips for tire safety.

How Far Can You Drive on a Flat Tire?

Getting a flat tire is a frustratingly ironic conundrum. You need to move your car to get your tire fixed, but you can’t because it’s broken. So what do you do: try and limp the poor thing to the nearest service station, toss on the donut (spare tire), or call a tow truck? Anything but …

How Much Oil Does It Take To Make One Car Tire?

Have you ever wondered how a car tire is made? The main ingredient, as you’re likely well aware of, is rubber. In order to make rubber, however, you need oil. And in order to turn rubber – and a tire’s other ingredients – into a functional tire, you also need oil. Noting this, just how …