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The future is electric! Have you considered electric car ownership? We'll break down some pros and cons to help you with what you need to know about electric cars.

Most people don’t give their car’s air conditioner a second thought until it fails you on the hottest season of the year, summer. Take care of your A/C system before the next heatwave; regular air conditioning inspections and service will help keep you cool all year long. Our technicians will be able to perform many air conditioning repair services from testing and regular maintenance to complete A/C system repair.  United Tire & Service can inspect your vehicle’s...

Wheel alignment is the process of adjusting the angles of the wheels on your vehicle to the specifications of your vehicle manufacturer. When your vehicle was built, the wheels were perfectly positioned to the manufacturer’s ideal specifications, but over time your vehicle loses its alignment. Misalignment issues can lead to serious safety and performance issues and costly repairs. A wheel alignment service will optimize the various angles of your wheels to each other, and to the road.    Alig...

What percentage of teens use a mobile device while driving? Learn about texting and driving statistics and the different types of distracted driving.

The days are getting longer, school is out, and summer is almost here! The rising temperatures have a lot of people itching to hop into their car and head to a body of water or hiking trail. Summer vacations are a time to unplug, relax and have fun with your family and friends. They do, however, require a bit of preparation beforehand. If you are foregoing the airport in favor of a road trip, it’s important to give your vehicle a little TLC before hitting the road to ensure a safe, sm...

Did you know that changing your air filter can increase your car's fuel efficiency and prolong its engine life? The air filter's job is to deliver 10,000 gallons of clean air to the engine for every gallon of gas burned to enter the engine. Though it's only one small component among the many that make your car run, the air filter plays a big role in how your car runs and how long it runs.    Car engines need an equal amount of fuel and clean air in order to run efficiently and smoothly. To make...

Consult this BMW maintenance schedule so you can keep your oil changes, tire rotations and more on track!

Staying safe on the road is every driver’s priority. This is why we get our cars repaired the moment we think that a problem exists. It's for the safety of everyone that there are so many laws in place that drivers need to follow. We all love the ability to drive to get where we want to. But we also need to take care of ourselves and other people on the road.   While you may be the most careful driver out there, mistakes happen, and bad drivers can happen too. Automotive accidents are extremel...

Is there a best oil to use in your vehicle during the winter season? View our advice from the technicians at United Tire & Service.

Wheel alignments and tire balancing often get confused. Learn the differences in these services here