Having the front end of your vehicle aligned on a regular basis will help to extend the life of the tires and to improve the handling of the ride. The front end can get knocked out of alignment very easily. If the car slams into a curb or you hit a pothole at high speeds, the alignment can be off and cause issues with driving. You'll notice the alignment is off when you start to feel the car pulling to one side when you are driving.
The tire pressure indicator lights in your car warn you trouble may be coming from the tires. Here are some of the causes when the lights keep coming on.
The change in outdoor temperature does impact the tire pressure each day. If the temperature were to suddenly drop ten degrees, each tire could drop a pound of pressure. Now remember that the tire is already allowing air to naturally escape at around a pound a month, so this could certainly cause the indicators to go off.
Have you ever been driving down the road in Reno, NV and out of nowhere you slam right into a pothole? We have all been there! Typically, we just continue on our journey and forget all about it. Although it can be an inconvenience, it is better to schedule an alignment check as well as have the front suspension inspected. A vehicle that is out of alignment will cause your tires to wear uneven and that is something that can be prevented. You may also notice a vibration or shaking in your steering, while you're driving.
Have you ever bought a new car and gotten a spare tire? Usually these are temporary, compact tires that don't last very long when on the road. Compact tires are made for a one-time use. Once you get back on the road, you should head to the nearest shop to get your original tire patched or replaced. While they work out great for a short-term fix, there are a lot of problems with continuing to drive on a temporary tire. For one, it can cause your tires to become unbalanced.
Full-size tires are a better bet for the long-run…
Almost every driver has to deal with a dead battery eventually. That's why it's important to understand the basics of jump-starting your battery. As long as you have access to jumper cables and a car with a usable battery, a simple jump-start may help you drive your car home.
To facilitate the process, bring the cars as close together as possible, with their noses almost touching. Turn both cars off, and then attach the jumper cables to the two car batteries. The positive clamps are attached to the positive battery terminals, and vice versa.
When your vehicle needs some routine maintenance done, do you usually schedule service immediately or do you put it off until you know you absolutely have to get the work done? Waiting is never a good option, and when it comes to your tires, you want to make sure that you address any issues that you may have as soon as you notice them.
If your tire tread is starting to get quite worn down, we always recommend that you start shopping for some new tires at one of our auto parts stores in the Reno, NV area. You don…
Is your vehicle in need of an alignment? The service technicians that are part of the Dolan Auto Group encourage you to be kind to your tires, as well as your gas tank, by making sure your vehicle is properly aligned. Miles of driving over rough roads can cause your wheels to begin pulling your car to one side or another instead of maintaining a straight line on the highway, and this problem can be quickly addressed at one of our auto service destinations.
Are you noticing a slight vibration in the steering wheel?
Your car needs regular maintenance from time to time to keep it in good shape. Finding the right place to service your car should not be an issue because Dolan Auto Group offers the best solution. There are many reasons why you should choose our service center over the other auto service centers in our area. Because not all service centers offer the same level of quality and like many drivers in our area you want the best for your vehicle.
Fall is finally here and along with the apple cider, falling leaves, and pumpkin spice comes new dangers to keep out for in your vehicle.
The first thing you’ll want to do is check your battery. Clean, tight and corrosion-free battery connections are important year round, but you really want to check them in the fall. The winter chill makes your batteries work extra hard to get your vehicle started. And you can’t count on warning signs from your batteries...