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10 Ways to Get Better Gas Mileage

10 Ways to Get Better Gas Mileage

by: Cole Matthews Who doesn't want better gas mileage these days? Maximizing your fuel efficiency will not only save you money, it is better for your vehicle and the environment! With some proper maintenance, and simple tips and tricks, you can make fewer trips to the pump, which will be friendlier on your car, and your wallet. Tires - The right tires for your driving conditions are important. For the best gas mileage choose low rolling resistance tires. These are designed to maximize fuel efficiency and performance by increasing the tire's grip on the road. Tires for racing and oversized off-roading tires are designed only for specific uses, and shouldn't be used as your vehicle's primary tires. Tire Inflation- Proper tire inflation for driving conditions will promote a smoother, more efficient ride. Tire inflation should be watched more in temperature extremes, and should be checked only when the tires are cool and have not been driven on recently. Wheel Balance- If your wheels aren ... read more

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TSW Wheels - True Racing Wheels

Plenty of manufacturers claim they market and sell “racing wheels,” but TSW can truly back that claim up. TSW has a 30-year pedigree in autosports, having been founded by a former Formula One racing driver. TSW wheels have been on cars at 24 Hours of Le Mans, Spec Miata and many other autosports events. Their wheels evolved from racing technology; TSW was first out of the gate with the race-style hex nut look, a popular choice on many racing wheels today. "Staggered applications" means a wider wheel at the car's rear wheels, and TSW offers a huge variety of staggered wheel applications, with as many as three different widths for a perfect fitment. Their staggered wheels are available for 17” to 22” applications, with wheel lips as large as 5”. Many of TSW's hyper-black and hyper-silver finishes feature machine cut wheel lips, also referred to as mirror-cut or diamond-cut. Other finishes for TSW wheels include chrome, gunmetal, matte black and matte bronze ... read more

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Vossen Wheels - Luxury Wheels You Might Not Recognize

Vossen Wheels - Luxury Wheels You Might Not Recognize

by: Cole Matthews Chances are you've seen some Vossen wheels and didn't know it – Vossens are a popular fit on many luxury brands like Audi, BMW, Ferrari, Lamborghini and others. Vossen has over 25 years' experience in the luxury wheels category, with engineering and design know-how that puts them at the top of the game with some of the most innovative wheels in the industry. That same passion for excellence runs through everything that Vossen does, including customer service, marketing, photography and videography. Today, Vossen is an international company, with a worldwide distribution network that spans over 30 countries. Vossen specializes in staggered fitments, with sizes that range from 19” to 22” and widths from 8.5” to 12.5” , making them an excellent choice for a wide range of vehicles. All Vossen wheels are compatible with tire pressure sensors, and offer enough clearance for high-performance brake upgrades. Vossen was also one of ... read more

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Website Launch Announcement: 106 St. Tire & Wheel Launches New Site

106 St. Tire & Wheel is excited to announce the launch of its new website. The site features a fresh look, easy navigation and more focus on what the customerneeds. The new site offers inventory listings of tires with pictures and specs. You can search for tires a variety of ways including by vehicle, brand and size. We have also implemented a new module to shop the services we offer as well as the ability for customers in the Queens, NY area a way to scheduleappointments and request quotes on services and tires. With the addition of our blog, we are able to help inform and educate our customers on ... read more

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