The conflict has not only impacted tire production in these countries, but also the European Union. Increases in inflation and interest rates, as well as rising oil, diesel and gas prices, are all factors that continue to plague the tire industry. According to tire industry projections, improvements in the situation are not expected to come this year: … Continued
You depend on your car to perform safely and efficiently in a wide range of conditions. Are you giving it the care it needs to assure that performance? The extra seasonal needs of a vehicle are obvious in the winter time, with its snow, ice and freezing temperatures. But summer’s punishing effects might not be … Continued
The purpose of your vehicle’s fuel injection is to assure that the engine runs smoothly and efficiently by feeding it the right mixture of fuel and air. Before fuel injection systems, autos had to rely on a carburetor to supply fuel to the engine. Today, most newer vehicles are equipped with fuel injection systems. Fuel … Continued
Record high gas prices have everyone thinking about ways to save money. While you may not have the option to drive less, there are other vehicle related expenses you can reduce to make your overall driving budget go farther. Taking care of your tires will help extend your driving budget by protecting your tire investment. … Continued
As gas prices continue to skyrocket, more people are considering the purchase of an electric vehicle. On the outside, electric vehicles do not look a whole lot different than their combustion engine counterparts. There are, however, significant differences on the inside, which are designed to make them more economical and fuel efficient. The most obvious … Continued
Tires are one of the most important safety features of your car. Taking care of your tires and tread will assure they remain safe and keep performing at their best. Keep An Eye On Your Tire Tread Tire tread is a key performance feature of your tires. Regularly checking the condition of the tread on … Continued
When talking tires, we talk a lot about tire tread and why it is so important to tire performance and safety. In previous posts, we’ve talked about how there are specialized types of tire tread for different types of driving. This post will look at the important role tire tread plays in managing tire performance on wet roads. … Continued
Whether as a driver or a passenger, we’ve all felt that horrible thud of hitting a pothole. But potholes are more than simply a springtime nuisance. They are actually one of the most abusive hazards your vehicle faces on a regular basis. Hitting potholes can lead to a host of problems for you and your … Continued
Have you been curious about working in the automotive industry? There are a variety of benefits to going down this career path for your future. If your passion is cars, we can’t recommend pursuing this career path enough. Here are four reasons why you should start looking for a position in the automotive industry: Always … Continued
Each year, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) reports that over 20 percent of the 5.8 million vehicle crashes (average number of crashes from 2007 to 2016) are because of hazardous weather. It’s common in unfavorable weather for vehicles to lose control on slick roads, due to poor traction from a tire or brake-related issue. … Continued
