Posted on 8/8/2016
The Importance of Replacing the Air Filters in Your Car Everyone knows how important car maintenance and oil changes are to vehicle performance. However, most people do not know the significant of replacing the air filters. You may be shocked to know the benefits your air filter brings and how it prevents engine problems from occurring. This small unit plays an important role in improving air quality. And for the filters to work properly, you need to take good care of them. According to various studies, exposure of passengers inside a vehicle to dangerous air pollutants is higher than that of pedestrians, bicyclists, and other public transfer riders. Increased exposure to pollutants can bring health problems. The pollutants can also irritate the nose, eyes, and respiratory systems. Your car engine relies on clean air in order to run efficiently and smoothly. The engine needs a certain ratio of fuel and air to run well. All the air that enters the engine must pass thr ... read more
Posted on 8/3/2016

Click here to schedule your tire rotation at 106St Tire & Wheel.Tires should be rotated often, 3,000 to 5,000 miles whether or not they show obvious signs of wear. Tire rotation is best performed while your vehicle is off the ground, so you can have it done during oil changes. With your vehicle on the lift your tires can be inspected for damage and uneven wear, pressure and also the treads can be cleaned by removing stones and debris. The tires on the front axle of your vehicle accomplish very different tasks than the tires on the rear axle. Tires on a front-wheel drive vehicle are responsible for steering and cornering and are more prone to wearing than those on a rear wheel drive vehicle. Signs that your vehicle needs tire rotationUneven tire wear This is the most conspicuous sign that you really need tire rotation. If you fi ... read more
Posted on 7/19/2016

(Don't forget, you can schedule an appointment by clicking here) Getting Air Conditioning Repairs Even the highest quality of AC systems regularly break down over time. If this arises, vehicle owners are advised to get professional system repairs. Annual service gives an easier way of avoiding inconvenient AC system repairs. AC repairs will create a maintenance plan that satisfies your specifications. Such experts will examine the conditioning system, identify pinpoint worn or broken parts and calibrate controls. Taking the regular trips would enable you to maximize the system's performance, boost efficiency, increase the lifespan of your system and reduce the utility bills. In conclusion, a car's air conditioning system is a motorists most valuable asset – keeping it in an excellent condition is possible by adhering to the maintenance routine and hiring professional and reliable AC repair services. It would be wise to visit your car AC repai ... read more
Posted on 3/24/2016

5 Quick Tips about Oil Changes Our expert technicians at 106St. Tire and Wheel are thrilled to assist customers improve vehicle functionality and safety for the summer months ahead. All locations of 106St Tire and Wheel offer oil changes for most cars starting at $25 for the first 5 qts. and a free tire rotation. Our Northern Blvd location is open 24/7, so schedule your appointment now. Call us 718-446-6769 / just drive on in / or click: http://106sttire.comhttps://106sttireandwheel.autotext.me/Admin/kioskv2/index.php?id=VnVGYnB4MkhRbGtGSC9TY0VMQis2dz09&appt=1 Why are oil changes so important? 1.Engine Performance:Changing oil regularly helps maintain vital engine performance and engine operation. Allowing improved functionality and smoother driving, changing oil every 3,000 will keep internal engine parts clean and lubricated.... a r ... read more
Posted on 3/7/2016

Living in NYC is a balancing act for us and your tires & wheels! Well, here's one more thing to balance...your drive. A smooth, flawless ride is important for your vehicle especially your tires, front end and brakes. Today, we're talking about getting our wheels and tires to rotate at varying speeds without vibrations. Here's a secret...even brand new tires are not perfectly round. More secrets, sssh....the weight of your tires are not perfectly distributed. In some spots they are lighter and in others they are heavier. And any of the above can lead to vibrations and less than a smooth ride. Tires that are not balanced can really be a huge issue because vibrations are the least of your issues. The real cost is very rapid tire wear of your brand new tires and your suspension will suffer greatly costing some bucks you don't need to spend. At 106 St Tire new tires are mounted on wheels then they're spun-balanced by computer to detect vibrations. Many vibrations can be eliminated by r ... read more