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If you’ve lived in the region for very long, you know that state vehicle inspections are mandated by law in Pennsylvania. These inspections are stringent and strict and cover many items on your vehicle. Your vehicle needs to be in good shape to keep you and other drivers safe on the roads, and we’re committed to doing thorough and complete inspections on every vehicle that comes through at inspection time. The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania requires inspection stations to examine ...

Find out some reasons your check engine light could be on around the roads of Pennsylvania.

Drivers are wondering what the differences between snow & winter tires and all-season tires are. Learn how they differ here!

Read about the benefits of having anti-lock brakes and some common warning signs of your ABS brakes.

If you’ve been wondering how to check your transmission fluid, this is the article for you. United Tire lists the steps for you here!

Shopping for tires and unsure what the speed rating is for each vehicle? United Tire & Service's team has put together this helpful guide for you to learn more.

Did you know that your wheels need to be realigned regularly to prolong the life of your tires? Wheel alignment is a subject that isn't often discussed, but can result in some major damage if not corrected.

Finding that fluid which is leaking from your car can be alarming. It is possible fluid leaking from your car could be normal, but other times leaking fluids are a symptom of a bigger problem with your vehicle. Before you panic, there are two questions you need to ask: 1) “Where is the fluid coming from?” and 2) “What does the fluid look like?”   When determining where the fluid is coming from, first find out for certain whether the fluid is even coming for your vehicle and not the vehicle ...

These days, cars are getting better gas mileage than ever before. You don’t even have to buy a hybrid anymore to own a vehicle averaging 30 or 40 MPG. Many car owners notice that after a while, their MPG starts to wane. It’s easy to brush this off if you are still getting decent mileage, but this decrease in performance is often a symptom of bigger issues with your vehicle.    These are the most common reasons for a decrease in gas mileage:   Bad Fuel Injectors: Fuel injectors are what puts f...

As the weather cools, we are presented with a whole new set of car problems to look out for, on top of the usual things on your maintenance checklist. Everything from your windshield wipers to your battery can be negatively impacted by dropping temperatures. Luckily, most of these cold weather issues can be prevented with timely and regular maintenance: Belts – Important belts under your hood, such as the alternator belt, can crack or break in cold temperatures. If this happens, your ...