The weather is officially heating up and summer will be upon us before we know it. As such, it’s crucial that we prepare our vehicles for the heat just like we change up our lifestyles. After all, raised temperatures can have a series of effects on these pieces of equipment—and many of them can be […]

Regular tire rotations are an integral part of controlling wear along the tires’ rubber treads and maximizing their lifespans. However, it isn’t enough to simply move your tires around—they also need to be switched in a certain way depending on their type. Otherwise, you risk wearing them down even faster than you did before. These […]

While all the indicators along your car’s dashboard are essential, the traction control light is one of the most important to immediately address. This is signal is designed to alert you whenever a wheel is spinning at a different rate from the others, which alludes to a loss of traction. Should this happen while you’re […]

There’s a lot more to a tire than meets the eye. The treads are comprised of several different components that, together, maximize traction and make for a smoother ride. As a driver, you should know what certain parts do. This knowledge can help you when choosing a new set of tires for your vehicle. This […]

Piling into the car with your buddies and road-tripping for a week-long camping trip is awesome. The freedom of the open road and the beautiful American landscape are calling. Before you take off, though, there are preparations you should make to ensure you have fun instead of sitting on the side of the road, broken […]

Auto manufacturers are making cars more durable these days, and they are lasting longer. People are also holding on to their cars longer, not wanting to take on another payment. Whatever the reason, there are more older cars on the road, and these old cars need more time and attention than new ones. Machines, no […]

Customizing your car is the only way to make it truly yours. Fully stocked cars and trucks are nice and all, but you need to put your own stamp on your ride to put your personality on full display everywhere you go. You can trick it out with some sick tires and wheels, maybe a […]

Can tires really affect the gas mileage of a car or truck? Of course they can. Your car’s specific tires can have an impact on the number of miles a tank of gas can take you. It’s not all about the condition of the tire or style either. There’s something called rolling resistance that has […]

Why is traveling good for your health? There are many physical and mental health benefits associated with travel and vacations. If you’ve ever gone on vacation, alone or with the family, you look forward to it. You look forward to some time away from day-to-day life, the grind of work and school, and problems at […]

Having a flat tire is a giant headache that no one enjoys. Changing a tire with the emergency jack and tool kit and putting on the tiny donut tire is a long process. When you realize you have a flat, your first thought is spent wondering if all the tools and tire are in the […]