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The Pros and Cons of Used Tires for Your Car (And Tips to Help)

Used tires offer vehicle owners advantages, but there are some less-obvious drawbacks to consider as well. At Western Auto Wrecking, we want to help you.

How Much Does a Wheel Alignment Cost?

If your car is drifting or rattling, it might be time for an alignment.

How often does a car need wheel alignment

Wheel alignment is the process of adjusting the angles of the wheels relative to each other and to the car body. Your car may need a wheel alignment when...

10 Cars That Can Run For Over 250,000 Miles

While just about any car these days can clock a quarter million miles if an owner throws enough money at it in terms of ongoing repairs and upkeep – some models tend to be more enjoyable to own and hold together better over the long haul than others.To determine which would be the most likely ne

Why is it so hard to find an auto mechanic these days?

Don't ignore that 'check engine' light much longer—it could take a while to find someone to fix your car. Here's why.

6 Awesome Trucking Accessories You Shouldn’t Go Without

The right trucking accessories can transform your pickup truck into an incredibly multi-purpose vehicle.

Your Guide to Dropping That Spare Tire Is Here

What to Do During a Fleet Tire Blowout

Tire blowouts can be extremely dangerous in the best of circumstances. Understanding how to deal with blowouts can help your fleet minimize damage and risks, saving lives, property, and cargo when …

How to Change a Tire: 7 Tips to Get Rolling Again

It’s inevitable: If you drive a vehicle often, sooner or later you’re going to get a flat tire. While advances in tire technology have reduced the likelihood of experiencing random catastrophic tire failure, road hazards like nails, glass, and cavernous potholes are still omnipresent and capable of inflicting punctures severe enough to ruin your day. […]

How do I know when my tires need to be rotated?

Tire rotation isn't hard: It won't take you long and it's cheap to have done professionally. Still, it's something we often neglect to do. How often should you rotate your tires?

Ask a Technician: How Often Should I Check My Tire Pressure?

Checking your tire pressure is crucial not only for ensuring good fuel efficiency, but also--and much more importantly--your own safety.

Simple Steps to Maximize RV Tire Life

Once you know the basics about your RV tires, it's easy to maintain your properly inflated tires. Follow FMCA's tips for tire safety.

How Far Can You Drive on a Flat Tire?

Getting a flat tire is a frustratingly ironic conundrum. You need to move your car to get your tire fixed, but you can’t because it’s broken. So what do you do: try and limp the poor thing to the nearest service station, toss on the donut (spare tire), or call a tow truck? Anything but …

How Much Oil Does It Take To Make One Car Tire?

Have you ever wondered how a car tire is made? The main ingredient, as you’re likely well aware of, is rubber. In order to make rubber, however, you need oil. And in order to turn rubber – and a tire’s other ingredients – into a functional tire, you also need oil. Noting this, just how …

Inspect the Tires so the are Efficient

When inspecting the vehicle for any issues, also be sure to inspect the tires on a regular basis. This can help ensure that the tires rotate effectively and properly when you drive. There are several things that you will need…Read more ›