Your vehicle requires maintenance to stay in good working condition. Some services are recommended but are not necessary—like AC repair and car wash/detailing services. These types of services can provide comfort and help your vehicle last longer, but it is not critical you complete them right away. Other services, like oil changes and tire alignments, are absolutely essential to the immediate …
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When the time comes to renew your registration, you might begin to worry about your annual inspections. One particular point of confusion is the emissions inspection because it is not required for all vehicles. The local mechanics at Chapel Hill Tire are here with some information and an FAQ that will help you determine whether …
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Many drivers mistakenly believe the cold weather is to blame for their car battery troubles; however, it is really the summer heat that damages your battery. Our local mechanics are here with 6 ways to tell if the summer heat is taking its toll on your battery. Why Do Car Batteries Die in the Summer? …
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Every driver wants a high resale value when they are ready to trade in their car. One of the easiest ways to preserve your car’s value is to give it thorough ongoing care. While this naturally includes regular oil changes and other routine services, this preservation also extends to detailing services. Our local car care …
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When it is time to buy new tires for your car, you might need to locate your tire specs. Thankfully, finding information about your car’s tires is incredibly easy. The local mechanics at Chapel Hill Tire are here with insight. 1) Tire Information Panel: The Easiest Way to Find Car Tire Size What tire size …
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Imagine dropping your car off for a routine oil change, tire service, or brake pad replacement and picking up a fully serviced AND detailed car. This is the reality with Chapel Hill Tire’s new car wash and detailing services. Our professionals can now help your car look as good as it feels. Let’s take a …
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During a season of dangerously high heat, your car’s air conditioning is essential. What happens when you find your AC blowing warm air? Or perhaps your system stops working altogether? The local mechanics at Chapel Hill Tire are here with insight on five reasons your car’s AC system is not working. 1) AC Settings If …
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Your car has ways of telling you when it needs service. One of the most unpleasant mediums of this communication is car odors. So what does it mean when your car smells bad? The local mechanics at Chapel Hill Tire are here with insight. 1) Sulfur (Rotten Eggs) Car Smell: Failing Catalytic Converter Does your …
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From your dashboard warning lights to your tread wear indicator bars—your car has clever ways of telling you when it needs service. Here is one less commonly-known device: the brake wear indicator. Your local mechanics at Chapel Hill Tire are here with insight. A Quick Guide to Brake Wear Indicators So what exactly are brake …
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Catalytic converter theft is ballooning, with insurance companies like State Farm reporting a more than 200% increase in claims. (If you need help catching up to speed on this issue, you can also read our guide here on everything you need to know about catalytic converter theft.) So why is catalytic converter theft so common? …
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