Wheel alignments and tire rotations might not rank as the most essential car maintenance tasks to many drivers. However, they’re just as crucial as other servicing tasks like changing your oil or replacing your brake pads. But why are they so important? Wheel alignments and tire rotations share many common benefits despite having a slightly … Read more
Your car’s tires experience some of the most intense wear that any car part ever will. That’s because it grips the road while sustaining the total weight of your vehicle. As a result, uneven wear can damage those tires and cause scalloping on their surfaces. Scalloped tires can be caused directly and indirectly. For example, … Read more
Cars that come off the factory floor are equipped with OEM tires. The term stands for ‘original equipment manufacturer’, which means that the carmaker made it themselves or ordered them from one of their direct suppliers. Unfortunately, OEM tires are known to wear out sooner than other types. OEM tires don’t last as aftermarket tires … Read more
There’s a common misconception that changing a car’s tires affects its wheel alignment. Part of that probably comes from how mechanics recommend getting a wheel alignment when changing to a new set of times. But does changing a tire affect its alignment? No, changing your tires does not affect wheel alignment directly. Any misalignment issues … Read more
A car in excellent working condition is critical for safety, performance, and comfort. But, sadly, many drivers still overlook how properly-inflated tires factor into all of that. Sure, most people know that low tire pressure can negatively affect driving, but how exactly? Low tire pressure can negatively affect your driving by undermining your car’s comfort, … Read more
The tire pressure sensor (TPS) is responsible for measuring the pressure inside a vehicle’s tires and sending a signal to the onboard computer if the pressure falls below a certain level. The computer then uses this information to adjust the vehicle’s suspension and other systems accordingly. However, if the sensor is faulty, it may not send … Read more
Although some check engine lights are self-explanatory, Ford’s service AdvanceTrac warning is unique to the brand and relates to a range of possible problems. If your vehicle suddenly issues this light, it indicates that one aspect of the complex AdvanceTrac system has failed. To figure out the exact issue, you’ll have to take your vehicle … Read more
Wheel corrosion isn’t just unpleasant to look at, it also compromises the integrity and mobility of your vehicle. And taking good care of your vehicle can be greatly aided by understanding the causes of corrosion, ways to prevent it, and how to eliminate it. But It can be a nuanced topic, so it is important … Read more
Tires are your car’s only point of contact with the road. They must be in excellent condition to keep you and other drivers safe while driving. And now comes the question that every driver wants to know — how many miles should tires last? Tires should last 50,000 to 60,000 miles (80,467 to 96,561 km) … Read more
Even though tire rotation and balancing are two different processes, they should be done together if you want to extend the life of your tires. The best time to do that is when you take your car for an oil change or after covering 6,000 to 8,000 miles (9,656 to 12,875 kilometers). So, how much … Read more
