How Often do I Need to Get an Oil Change? Oil changes are of the most regular maintenance requirements for most vehicles. While these maintenance visits might seem insignificant in size, the consequences of ignoring a needed oil change can be devastating to your vehicle’s health and your wallet. Here are some tips on determining …
How to Take Care of Your Car Battery There are plenty of factors that affect how long the battery lasts in your vehicle, including your driving frequency, your driving practices, the age of your vehicle, and more. Frequent battery issues and replacements can cost you both time and money; luckily, there are ways to save …
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Road Force Tire Balancing in Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and Durham If the road conditions in your area have you experiencing turbulence during every trip, you might want to consider road force tire balancing. This service counteracts the effects of rocky roads and sensitive vehicles to give you a steadier and safer ride. Here is everything …
4 Ways to Know it is Time to Change your Brake Pads Brake health is essential to an overall safe driving experience. While there is a lot that goes into maintaining a healthy brake system, consistent maintenance is almost entirely isolated to the vehicle’s brake pads, so how do you know when it is time …
How Do I Choose An Auto Repair Center? Everyone needs a trusted doctor, accountant, and mechanic. We’ll leave the medical and tax decisions up to you. But we are uniquely qualified to help you choose a service center. You’ve probably read online reviews. You’ve probably asked friends and family for recommendations. There’s a barrage of …
How do I check my tire tread? Tire tread has the capacity to affect your vehicle’s safety and performance while on the go. While you might not think about your tire tread every time you drive, it is important to check in every once in a while to ensure that your tires are in good …
Warning Lights in Your Car: What Do They Mean? Dashboard warning lights tell you if there’s a problem under the hood. Simple. Right? Actually it isn’t so simple. Modern cars have so many warning lights it can be kind of confusing. Let’s demystify it. Your dashboard warning lights are part of your onboard diagnostics system …
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Answering Your Vehicle Battery Questions Rechargeable batteries are a marvel of engineering. The lead-acid battery used in gasoline-powered vehicles has been around since the earliest automobiles. It hasn’t changed very much since then. Since the 1970s, car batteries have been largely maintenance-free. A car battery can last up to seven years. It allows you to …
How to Keep Your Car’s AC Working Modern life has spoiled most of us. We’re used to traveling around with adjustable seats, auto-everything, and GPS so we never get lost. We also expect a cooling system we can set to the precise temperature for maximum comfort. Your car AC is one of those things you …
Thanks for visiting the Chapel Hill Tire blog. Today’s post answers a question we hear quite often: “What happens when you don’t get an oil change?” We know life gets busy and it’s hard to prioritize all the ‘gotta do’s.’ Work deadlines. Family responsibilities. Dental appointments. Home maintenance. (Did I forget to replace the furnace …
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