You may have heard of racing slicks. Now, slicks have no tread, but they give race cars maximum traction on dry racetracks. Insert a little water into the equation, however, and slicks can&rsquo...
If your vehicle has a few years on it, you've no doubt had your tires rotated a few times. That means, of course, that a technician has loosened the lug nuts (which hold the wheels on) to remove the w...
Today's John's Automotive Care article focuses on the effect of tire tread depth on braking. When SAN DIEGO and drivers talk about stopping power, they tend to focus on their brakes. But our tires ar...
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Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?John's Automotive Care Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Value.
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New tire choices can be overwhelming for SAN DIEGO drivers. Suppose you have an SUV and are trying to decide between all season tires or some that are also rated for off-highway. How much do you drive...
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For most people buying tires in SAN DIEGO is a big deal, so consult with your friendly and knowledgeable John's Automotive Care tire professional about proper size, type and grade...
You may have noticed your tires have a pretty long number on them. Yours might start with a letter, then a 3-digit number, followed by a few more numbers and letters. That string of letter...
We've all been there. You park somewhere only to return and find one of your tires is flat; you've picked up a nail on the road. You're hoping you can just have it patched and be on your w...
