Famous inventor and American hero, Benjamin Franklin famously said that "in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes." If old Ben Franklin were still alive today he probably would've added that changing a car's tires as another of life's certainties. Cars need regular maintenance to stay in any sort of good drivable condition whether it be an oil change or changing a tire, but before you go out and buy a set of new tires it's vital to know what size tires your car t [...more]

Even if you've never had to buy tires for a car before, you can do so like an expert with just a little bit of research. You should spend some time looking at tire reviews and safety ratings online to help you determine the best ones to buy. You will also need to check a few things on your car before making your purchase. You should be regularly checking your tires not just to make sure they are properly inflated, but to find any cracks, bulging, or other damage. Discolored tires or those with [...more]

If you are anything like me, the thought of buying new tires, is a bit of a daunting thought.  I did however, find a few tips that helped me the first time it was necessary for me to purchase all four, brand new auto tires.  By doing just a bit of research, I discovered that finding the right tires for your vehicle, is not that confusing.  While there is a world of options out there, be it online or at your local retail tire shop, those options are a good thing, not something to shy you away. T [...more]

Most truck and auto tires these days are made of rubber and steel.  They start out as a loop, called a bead, that is constructed with a rubber coated cable made from steel.  This is the inner armature that gives the tire the necessary strength to stay firmly affixed to the rim of the wheel.  This inner skeleton also allows the tire to withstand the impact of the machines which mount the tires to the rims. The body of the tire is then constructed by applying layers of various fabrics, the most c [...more]