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Five reasons why an annual wheel alignment check is necessary. If you are looking for a way to save cost and drive safely, then getting a wheel alignment is one of the car maintenance services you should consider at least every six months. Als you may know, driving conditions in New York are severe. While many people would only go for alignment if they happen to hit a cub or a pothole - and you certainsly should - research shows that the day to day use of a car affects alignment. Therefore, for cost saving, and safety purposes, this vehicle maintenance service is recommended at least twice in a year or after every 15000 miles. Even though you do not have to wait for signs to have your wheels checked for alignment, some indicators should get you worried. If your car won't drive straight until you turn the steering away ... read more

This is part two of our series on wheel repair. Click here for part one, and click here for part two.And click here to learn more about wheel reapirs at 106St Tire & Wheel and to schedule an appointment.Can steel wheels be re-coated? Yes, it is possible to re-coat steel wheels and other car components, such as hubs, drums, suspension parts, and so on. In conclusion, it is important to ensure that a wheel repair service provider is properly licensed and adequately insured before entrusting your precious wheels to him or her; luckily, we sure are. It is always a good idea to hire a specialist (hint: us) who offers all types of wheel repair services, such as inspection, refurbishment, and replacement, all under one roof. If a wheel repairer ... read more

This is part two of our series on wheel repair. Click here for part one.And click here to learn more about wheel reapirs at 106St Tire & Wheel and to schedule an appointment. Is it possible to repair wheels that are not fixed to the car? Most wheel repairers don't have a problem accepting off-the-vehicle wheels, with or without tires. Whatever the case, it is important to book for such wheel beforehand, especially if you want a quick turnaround Can split rims be repaired? Generally, there are 2 types of rim wheel splits. The first one is known as a 3-piece rim split and it can be refurbished or repaired by first breaking down the 3 sections. The 2nd type of rim wheel split is known as a cosmetic split and its repairing process varies accordingly. All in all, a good wheel repairer should be able to deal with both types of rim splits wit ... read more

Welcome to part 3 in our series on Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems. For part 1, please click here, and for part 2, please click here.Don't forget, you can schedule an appointment by clicking here.Indirect Monitoring Systems Indirect systems use the car's anti-lock braking system's wheel speed sensors to determine rotational speed of one tire and compare it with another on the same vehicle. If one of the tires has a lower pressure level, the circumference changes enough to roll at slightly more revolutions per mile than the other 3 tires. Reading the same signal that supports Anti-lock braking systems, car manufacturers' have programmed another function into a vehicle's on board computer to warn drivers when one of the tires is running at reduced or increased inflation pressure compared to the other 3. Unfortunately, indirect TPMS have several d ... read more

When it comes to deciding on a set of tires, the number of choices out on the market can be almost overwhelming. Which tires are right for your vehicle, your needs and your bank account? All-season tires are the most common choice for most drivers. All-season tires are generally available in either touring or passenger styles; touring tires are usually quieter and offer better handling, while passenger tires have a more forgiving ride. All-season tires are a jack of all trades, master of none; while they offer good traction on wet or dry pavement, they generally don't perform well in more than in an inch or two of snow. The payoff, however, is that all-season tires also carry a long treadwear warranty. Winter tires are designed specifically for traction on snow and slush. The deeper, more aggressive tread of winter tires, coupled with a softer rubber formulation that stays flexible at low temperatures, means good performance in difficult conditions. S ... read more