Committed to bringing people together, at work, home, and abroad If you ever talk with Curt Romanow at our Fordham Boulevard shop, you’ll have a world of options in how you carry on the conversation. Curt speaks five languages. He’s fluent in English and Spanish, and he describes his Dutch, Greek, and French as “passable.” …
Experienced technicians help their younger colleagues achieve professional certification Strive for excellence, win as a team, and treat each other like family: three of our core values are the inspiration behind our mentorship program. To be recognized as a professional automotive technician, a mechanic must achieve certification from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence …
What a classic childhood toy can teach you about eco-friendliness and fuel economy Since its introduction in 1997, the Toyota Prius has forever changed the automotive market. By adding a secondary battery that charges when you brake, this first hybrid car proved that being responsible to the environment didn’t have to mean sacrificing your vehicle’s …
Faith-based non-profit works to put people on the road to a better life Wake up. Get in your car. Drive to work. Pick the kids up from school and take them to practice, or maybe a doctor appointment. Stop by the grocery store on the way home. We’re all so familiar with these humdrum daily …
It seems car problems and routine maintenance have a way of popping up at the worst possible times. Between work, school, family, or other life happenings, you may not always be able to easily fit a trip to the mechanic in your daily schedule. Thankfully, mechanic services are adapting to meet the needs of busy …
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The automotive industry is becoming increasingly more environmentally friendly. Between electric, hybrid, and fuel-efficient cars, we work to protect the planet more and more each day. One way that governments ensure your car is doing its part is with an annual emissions inspection. The local mechanics at Chapel Hill Tire are here with all of …
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Are your headlights leaving you in the dark? Dim, dead, or fading headlights are both terrifying and dangerous for drivers. Without proper repairs, you could find yourself facing a variety of problems—from a failed annual car inspection to serious accidents on the road. The auto mechanics at Chapel Hill Tire are here with a comprehensive …
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We have all been there—you notice a tire looking flat when you find a small nail or screw embedded in the rubber. So why do nails consistently puncture tires? How can you tell when your tire has a leak, and what should you do about it? The automotive mechanics at Chapel Hill Tire are here …
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After buying a new car, you might want to go the extra mile to keep it protected. One of the solutions that drivers often turn to is wheel locks. Unfortunately, wheel locks often do more harm than good for drivers. So what are wheel locks? Do you need a wheel lock key? Chapel Hill Tire …
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Is your car battery struggling to start this summer? If so, you are not alone. The summer heat can destroy your vehicle’s battery from the inside out—leaving you stranded. So how can you keep your car battery protected? Here is a look at battery heat protection from your local mechanics here at Chapel Hill Tire. …
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