What is Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) The NHTSA has rated over 2,400 tire lines, including tires for passenger cars, SUVs, minivans, and light pickup trucks using a system called the Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS). The system is designed to take all the important factors into consideration such as traction performance, treadwear, and temperature resistance. […]
The Basics of Tire Upgrade or Plus Sizing
Tire upgrade or plus sizing has become really popular, especially among younger drivers. This involves upgrading the original tires and/or wheels on your car for bigger, wider versions. This offers a unique and sporty look. The problems come when drivers just buy whatever looks good to them without checking their performance first. There are basically […]
Why It’s Dangerous To Drive With Worn Tires
Worn tires can cause several serious issues that many drivers may not be aware of. The number one problem is maneuverability. Losing control of your vehicle could result in a dangerous accident. Under normal driving conditions, a little tire wear might not be a big deal but what if it’s raining or icy? What if […]
Proper Tire Care Can Save Lives
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 11,000 crashes occur each year because of problems with tires. In many subsequent interviews, drivers talk about how they lost control of the vehicle long enough that it caused the accident. Accident reports confirm that bad tires or poorly inflated tires were the culprits. […]
Summer Travel Safety Tips
Summer has come and millions of Americans will surely hit the highways for a summer travel vacation. Some families go to visit relatives in other states and others try to get out to visit popular tourist attractions like Yosemite, the Grand Canyon and Niagara Falls. Triple A, the motor club, is projecting that over a […]
Tire Aging: When to Replace Tires and How to Extend Service Life
Tire Aging Tire aging is unavoidable especially if you use your vehicle on a daily basis. As tires age, it also wears out until it comes to a point that you need to replace them to avoid accidents. When To Replace Tires? The simple answer to the question about when to replace tires is when […]
How Do Valve Caps on Tires Add Safety?
If you’ve ever wondered what the small black valve caps on your tires are for, then you are not alone. Many drivers have asked about that. Most people aren’t even aware of whether they still have valve caps on all of their tires and if your car is more than a few years old, then […]
Understanding the Importance of Tire Care
The more you know about your car, the better. From the moment you sign the papers to buy it to that first tune-up, you can save yourself time, money and grief by knowing lots more than the average guy about your vehicle. For one thing, people will take advantage of those who are not very […]
Professional Auto Repair vs Doing Your Own Repairs
Lots of guys (and gals) like tinkering around with an automobile instead of getting professional auto repair services. It can be a relaxing hobby or a good way to earn extra money on weekends. Of course, you’ll need good general knowledge of automobiles and how they work. Also, you must not mind getting your hands […]
Fuel Saving Tips: Track and Improve Gas Mileage
Track Your Car’s Gas Mileage Most of us kind of recall what the sticker on our car said the gas mileage would be but when is the last time you actually tested it? Tracking your mileage in real time is a great way to find out exactly what your vehicle really gets in day-to-day driving. […]