United Tire and Service News

It’s early in the morning, and you are walking out the door to head to work. As you walk up to your car, you notice your tire is flat. “I just bought these tires two months ago,” you think. Unfortunately, no matter how new your tires are, they are always susceptible to being damaged by nails or other debris in the road. Can it be replaced, or will you have to buy a new tire?    The ability to repair the damaged tire instead of replacing it will depend on how large the puncture is, where the ...

It’s a sunny day and you’re driving down the road with your windows down and music turned up. All of a sudden, the car in front of you stops abruptly, causing you to slam on your brakes. Thank goodness your brakes worked perfectly, and you avoided a collision. Until this incident occurred you probably haven’t given your brake system much thought. Sure, you know your brakes should be inspected and serviced every once in a while… but how do they actually make your car stop with just a tap of ...

Find out how long you can go without an oil change before your vehicle can be damaged. Our team has put together the recommended intervals for you.

Find out the most common oil change intervals and when we think you should be scheduling your next oil change.

Click here to learn what the dashboard lights mean in your Ford truck, car or SUV! Schedule service with United Tire in PA.

We’ve put together a list of questions about brake fluid that you can view here. Learn what brake fluid does, where it goes and more!

We’re sure you’ve heard the age-old saying, “April showers bring May flowers”, and it’s very true! Since we all know that springtime typically brings rain, it’s a good idea to ensure your car is prepared for the wet roads ahead. How exactly do you prepare for wet roads, you ask? It’s simple! Here are a few things you can do to make sure you stay safe while driving in the slick conditions:  Wiper blades: After a long winter, it’s likely that yo...

The construction of the modern tire is a testament to how far engineering and technology have come over the centuries. No more are the days of an air-filled donut comprised of rubber. Years of research by the world’s top tire companies have resulted in the tires we have today, which are full of state-of-the-art materials and technology.   Tread   The outermost layer of your tire is called the tread. This is the patterned rubber layer you can see. The pattern of the tread will depend on the typ...

Most of us have been taught to avoid potholes while driving. It was probably one of the very first things we learned behind the wheel! Although most us know driving over potholes is bad for our vehicles, very few know exactly why that is. These are the parts of your vehicle you should be worried about if you accidentally drive over a pothole:   Steering System   If you hit a pothole, you risk misaligning your steering system. If you have noticed your vehicle pulling to the left or right while y...

Unless you consider yourself a car enthusiast, you may find yourself feeling a bit lost when having conversations with your mechanic. At times, it can feel like you are speaking to someone using a different language with words like “grease monkey,” “kickdown,” and “oversquare” whizzing past your head like dodgeballs. Hopefully, this list of common auto repair terms will help your next conversation with your mechanic go a bit more seamlessly:   Aftermarket – This term applies to parts w...