United Tire and Service News

Summer is just around the corner which means you might be planning your first summer road trip! The bags are packed and the stops are planned, but is your car ready for the adventure?

We know man invented the wheel, but have you ever wondered how the tire we know today came to be?

Tires can make or break your vehicle when it comes to control and performance on the road. When it comes to tires, however, bigger isn't always better. There are both positive and negative side effects of adding larger wheels and tires to your vehicle.

Like every other part of your vehicle, your tires should be regularly checked for any maintenance needs. To prolong the life of your tires, make sure you're periodically inspecting these three major checkpoints.

Feeling your vehicle shake should be a huge red flag! It's a clear indicator that something is not right and needs to be investigated.

Buying new tires for your vehicle isn't always a convenient purchase. That's why it's so important to make sure you are choosing the right tire for your vehicle and driving needs. We've compared the industry leading tire types and brands to ensure you've got the information you need to make the right choice for you.

Fall weather in many areas can bring a large fluctuation in temperatures between daytime and nighttime. These changes in temperature can cause your tires to lose pressure as the air inside them expands and contracts. This triggers the “Check Tire Pressure” light on your dashboard. This light is known as the TPMS, or Tire-Pressure Monitoring System. For many of us, this light can be an alarming surprise. However, there is no need to panic. The light does not necessarily mean your tires are lea...

Summer is here! With this season, comes fun in the sun, family vacations, and cookouts every weekend. Unfortunately, summer heat can also bring tire problems like blowouts. Tire blowouts are not only dangerous for you, but also for the vehicles around you. Luckily, there are several precautions you can take as a vehicle owner to help prevent your family from being stranded on the side of the highway with a tire blowout.   Maintain your tires’ air pressure. Your risk of a blowout is substantial...

When a roadside emergency occurs it is too late to get prepared.  Taking some simple steps before a break down or collision occurs will give you peace of mind and help you get through a tense situation with less stress.   The car care professionals at United Tire & Service suggest taking the following steps now to save you stress later.1. The Information Age - Make a list of key phone contacts you may need during an emergency.  Make sure you have United Tire & Service...

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