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Sports cars have been a fantasy for many a child, since the first one rolled off the production line in 1900 (Automotive Hall of Fame). “Star Wars” fans were introduced to one of the most infamous models, the Corvette, in 1978 when a young Mark Hamill spent a summer chasing his candy apple Stingray in …

The aftermarket wheels industry is home to hundreds of wheel manufacturers. When shopping for a new set of rims, it can be easy to become overwhelmed by the sheer volume of options available to you. But most savvy shoppers are looking for the best of the best: Rims that are the highest quality to perfectly …

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 …

Buying a new set of tires can be a pretty big purchase. You’d be smart to look for any and every way to save money on tires. However, as tempting as it may be to get a bargain on cheap used tires, there are a lot of tire scams floating around that aim to trick …

There are plenty of places to go online if you’re a sports fan. Every professional league has a website dedicated to covering games, teams, players and the latest news. But what about car enthusiasts? Where can they get their fill of everything in the world of great automobiles? We’ve gathered 8 of our favorite websites …

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 …

The different types of tire options for your vehicle can seem confusing. After all, there are a lot of factors you need to consider when purchasing tires for your vehicle. If you live in an area that gets cold winters, you’ve probably had to consider tires that handle driving in snow, ice and slush.  In …

When you hear the term flotation tire, what comes to mind? Are you thinking of “Back To The Future” with a flying Delorean? Maybe you’ve got a water vehicle in mind that can scale the ocean’s waves. While those sound cool, that’s not what we’re speaking of when it comes to flotation tires. In reality, …

So you’ve got your dream SUV and are itching to get behind the wheel. But is it equipped with the correct tires to fit your needs? Even though the vehicle is built for off-roading, your tires might not be ready for primetime. There are many factors to consider when selecting the best tires for SUVs, …

If you live in an area that experiences colder weather, chances are you’ve had to drive through snow. You might even have an all-wheel drive (AWD) or four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicle specifically because you want to feel safer as you drive through ice, sleet, slush, and snow.   The tires you probably have on your car …