Buying new tires can feel overwhelming—there’s plenty to consider, from price and brand to performance and safety. To simplify this essential purchase, this guide walks you step-by-step through choosing the right tires for your vehicle, ensuring you get the best value and performance for your investment. When Should You Replace Your Tires? Knowing when it’s …
Fix-a-Flat is a popular liquid tire sealant meant to seal small punctures in a tire and is regularly used by drivers looking for a quick solution to a flat tire. While many people use Fix-a-Flat, it can cause more problems than it solves, and most mechanics won’t recommend you use it. As you decide whether …
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If you have an electric vehicle (EV) and live in Chapel Hill, you have lots of charging options for your vehicle. While Chapel Hill is the smallest of the big three NC-Triangle cities, it still offers a wide variety of conveniently located Level 2 and Level 3 EV charging stations. As you try to find …
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During the spring, the NC Triangle tends to get lots of pollen, with the powdery substance coating any vehicles that aren’t stored in a garage for the whole season. Beyond causing more allergy symptoms, pollen can actually damage your vehicle’s paint and clog your air filters. As you try to stop pollen from hurting your …
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If you’re in the market for a new vehicle, you’ll likely want to check a prospective vehicle’s safety features. Unlike in the past, vehicles often have tons of safety features included in them, which can make it harder to keep track of what they do and if they’re worth having. To further complicate things, vehicle …
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Expert Tips for Safety, Performance, and Value When it’s time to invest in new tires, you deserve a guide that not only explains the technical details but also offers real-world, hands-on advice. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or looking to upgrade your current set, this guide will help you navigate tire brands, specifications, and essential …
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When the heat is on, a malfunctioning car AC isn’t just inconvenient—it can be dangerous. Whether your AC is blowing warm air or not blowing any air at all, this comprehensive guide will walk you through diagnosing the problem, performing basic fixes, and preventing future issues. Drawing on years of field experience, we’ve combined technical …
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If you have run-flat tires, you might be wondering if it’s safe to patch them after they’ve been punctured. While some run-flat tires can be repaired safely, they often need to be replaced for a variety of reasons. As you decide whether you should get a run-flat repair or a full tire replacement, review our …
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If you’re dealing with a small tire puncture, you have a couple of tire repair options you can try before you invest in a new set of tires. Both tire plugs and tire patches can be effective ways to repair small punctures on tires, but they do have some key differences. Before you purchase one …
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If you keep getting flat tires, you’ll want to solve the issue as soon as possible. Besides throwing a wrench in your plans for the day, flat tires can impact your vehicle’s handling and make it more likely you get into an accident. Driving on a flat tire can also cause further damage to the …