Oh, look! Bubbles! No, not those kinds of bubbles. Has one of more of your tires been doing the shimmy, shake, and wobble recently? Not good. We’re addressing irregularities that are neither playful, fun, nor harmless: tire bubbles. What are tire bubbles? Tire bubbles are exactly what they sound like: a bulbous bulge protruding from the sidewall of the tire. …
Holey Moley! How To Check For Tire Damage After Hitting [Another] Pothole
We’re all familiar with the resounding thwump! which follows the most ubiquitous of road hazards: the pothole. Your car and heart lurch simultaneously. You wonder if the hazard did any substantial damage? Don’t worry! We’ll address all your Frequently Asked Questions regarding potholes and similar hazards. What is a pothole? A pothole is a naturally-occurring cavity or pit in a …
Under Pressure: What’s The Right Pressure For A Tire?
Too high? Too low? Just right! Your vehicle and your life have something in common: both are chock-full of pressure (we’re hoping the latter isn’t too high). At one point or another, all responsible vehicle owners wonder about right tire pressure. The short answer: your tires should be filled to optimum pressure levels. The long answer: tire pressure can be …
Snow Tires for Safety on the Road to Winter Fun
Pop quiz: What’s the most common and deadly activity people do during the winter? Hint: You probably don’t think this activity is extreme. Could it be skiing or snowboarding? During the winter of 2011-2012, around 9.8 million people braved the ice and snow to take to the mountains on skis or a snowboard. But during that season only 54 people …
Winter Driving Safety Tips: Controlling your Car in Snow & Ice
It happens every year: a college student moves to a climate they are not used to. For example, a student from Southern California moving to Colorado. They’ve never driven in a winter wonderland. What do they do? Do they take the bus, walk, or buckle up and learn to drive in the snow? Let’s explore the latter option. Winter Tires …