Tire & Wheel Care

A tire bubble is a bulge or protrusion on your tire, usually near the sidewall or the edge, that’s around the size of a small egg.  Tire bubbles appear when the inner construction of your tire, sometimes called the carcass, is damaged. You can learn more about how tires are constructed in this post on …

Do you notice a screeching sound coming from your tires when you’re driving, braking or turning? Some tires may also skid while driving, producing a high-pitch squeal when you change your car’s velocity. Tire squealing and screeching is common, especially with older cars, and that can be very annoying — not to mention alarming — …

Did you know that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that just 31% of single vehicle crashes were not related to tires? It’s not so simple to know exactly when to replace your tires, as they don’t have expiration dates like food does. Instead, each tire will have a treadwear rating that helps you figure …

This guide answers these questions: SHOP TIRES NOW When Should I Replace My Tires? And How Do I Know When I Need New Tires? This guide explains how to know when it’s time to replace your tires based on how old your tires are, how many miles, and a number of other factors. The answer …

We get it: You want to get as many miles out of your tires as possible. When it comes to fixing flat tires, you’d rather patch or plug it than replace it, especially if you can get a few more miles out of the repaired tire. Understood. There are ways to fix tires instead of …

Cleaned your car recently? Your wheels and tires are the closest things to the road, so odds are they’re probably the dirtiest part of your vehicle. For this reason, it’s usually best to hand-clean rims with soapy water and a microfiber towel.   During cleaning, you may have noticed dark dust around the spokes of …

Chrome wheels: instantly recognizable for their mirror-like reflective shine. A chrome wheel generally has an aluminum body and a soft upper coating that’s made up of a blend of metals. These wheels are popular because they make almost any vehicle stand out a little more. But keeping your chrome rims shiny and reflective means some …

Have you ever been cruising around town and noticed a vibration coming from your car? Unless you’re driving a dazzling lowrider with hydraulics, you’re probably worried that something is seriously wrong. Stay calm. It’ll be OK. While there could be a significant issue to worry about, it’s most likely something pretty standard. Your vehicle’s alignment …

Did you know that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recommends that you change your tire every six years? As a guideline, this is useful to know, but you’re probably wondering: Why six years? What are the signs my tires are getting old and need to be replaced? Do I have bad tires?  Knowing about …

If you have a vehicle built in the last 15 years or so, you’re probably familiar with the tire pressure monitor system, or TPMS. It’s a system that tracks tire pressure and notifies you if a tire’s PSI drops below the recommended amount. An icon on your dashboard will let you know it’s time to …

When we research topics to discuss in the Tire Agent blog, sometimes we’re surprised by the questions we discover. Take this one: Do new tires need to be “broken in”? Short answer: No. Tires aren’t like shoes. They don’t need to be “broken in” but there are some things you should know when you replace …

How often do you drive your car? Do you use your vehicle for daily commutes or just for the occasional trip to the store? Even if you tend to drive only on the weekend, you should think about tire maintenance. As the first point of contact that your vehicle has to the road, it’s vital that …