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Can This Tire Be Saved? A Guide to Tire Repair vs. Replacement
When something goes wrong with one of your tires, one of the first things that goes through your head is: Do I have to buy a new tire, or is it possible to save this one with a repair? Understanding w...
Published on: Sep 13, 2026
Just Plain Tired (Tire Replacement)
Tires are so reliable these days that few drivers pay much attention to them. But tires wear out. They have a tough job since they are the only point of contact between your vehicle and th...
Published on: Dec 15, 2024
Flat Tire? Three’s the Charm (Tire Repair)
For most drivers, at some point you’re going to have a flat tire. Depending on how it was damaged, it may have to be replaced. But sometimes, a repair will do the trick, as long as the pun...
Published on: Jun 09, 2024
Read a Good Tire Lately? (Tire Wear)
There's lots of good information to read in books and online. You might not know that you can also "read" your tires and learn a lot about what shape they're in and if they are in need of attent...
Published on: Jul 02, 2023
To Fix or Not To Fix (Tire Repair)
You know that sinking feeling when you realize one of your tires has a problem. It may be making an odd noise or behaving oddly when you're driving. You may hit a pothole or curb and one s...
Published on: Jan 22, 2023
Rubber Match (Tire Replacement)
A set of new tires isn't probably high on anyone's list of exciting purchases. But since your life is literally riding on them, it's probably a good idea to know when it's time for you to buy ne...
Published on: Jan 01, 2023
The Flat Fix that Fits (Tire Repairs)
Can you think of anyone who likes getting a flat tire? Of course not. But when one of your tires winds up with a flat or leak, whether it be from things like hitting a curb, running over a...
Published on: May 01, 2022
What's in a Number? (What Tire Numbers Mean)
You've probably never paid much attention to the writing on the sides of your tires, but they contain a wealth of information. There's a long combination of letters and numbers that can tell you...
Published on: Nov 28, 2021