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Tire InstallationHow to Properly Inflate Your Tires to Stay Safe on the Road (Part 2) NOTE: This is the second part of our series on tire inflation. Please click here for Part 1. How do you check the inflation level of your tires? There are many people who are unsure how to do this or people who think they can just look at a tire to determine if it is under or over-inflated. Estimating the air pressure level in your tire by looking at them will never give you accurate results. There is a small tool that can be purchased at any auto supply store, as well as many home improvement centers, and perhaps your local hardware store. It's called a tire pressure gauge, and you can simply place it on the nozzle of your tire and get a reading of the air pressure within your tires. Trying to gauge it by eye may result in 20% over-inflated ... read more

Tire InstallationHow to Properly Inflate Your Tires to Stay Safe on the Road (Part 1) Your vehicle's tires are obviously important- and if you've ever experienced a tire blowout while driving, you know how frightening it can be. It can throw your car around, which can be disastrous if you are not able to get it back under control. Everyone understands the importance of having tires on their vehicle, but what's odd about it is most people don't take the time to check their tires - or are not checking them frequently enough. In fact, studies show that tires are the most neglected part of a vehicle. When your tires are not properly inflated, it is not only a safety hazard, but you end up costing yourself more money since under, or over-inflated tires will reduce your vehicle's gas mileage. With the ever-increasing price of fuel, this can result in a large amount of wasted money. The actual life of your tire is also reduced with un ... read more

NOTE: This is the second part of our series on automotive air conditioning maintenance. Please click here for Part 1. Why Hiring a Professional Is the Best Choice Car air conditioning systems are very complex in nature, and when they stop working, or start to malfunction, you'll need to call us at 106St Tire & Wheel to repair it. Aside from that, here are some of the valid explanations why it's always best to consult a professional instead of trying to fix the problem yourself.• We Have Profound Knowledge Regarding Car Air ConditionersOur professional mechanics have years of experience, knowledge, and the right tools needed for making the heating and cooling system of your air conditioner work efficiently. Most car owners would think that it would be better to address the problem themselves as they'll be able to save money from doing so; what they fail ... read more

A/C RepairEverything You Need to Know About Automotive Air Conditioning Maintenance (Part 1) A car air conditioner plays a vital role in ensuring that the temperature inside the vehicle remains pleasant, especially during summer. That's why when an AC system breaks down, it's crucial to have it checked as soon as possible. Neglecting the issue would lead to further problems that could result to the contamination of the system. Worst case scenario, it would be impossible to fix after that. Additionally, experts suggest that you should never try to fix your car's air conditioning system if you don't have the tools or knowledge regarding how the system works because you'd be putting the safety of your environment and yourself at risk. Warning Signs That Your Automotive AC Needs Repair1. No Air Conditioning: Obviously, if you turn on your car, turn up the air and get nothing out of the vents, then you are facing some is ... read more

Steering and SuspensionWhen Does Your Car's Suspension Need Repair? (Part 3) NOTE: This is the third part of our series on steering and suspension. Please click here for Part 1, or here for Part 2. Even if you are not experiencing any noticeable signs of a worn out suspension system, you should still take your car for inspection after you have reached the mileage recommended by your manufacturer. Having said that, these are some of the specific signs that will help you know something is wrong with your car suspension system. 1. Car rides roughlyThis is the most common indicator of a worn out suspension. Most people are able to tell when their struts or shocks are worn out when they begin to feel their vehicle bounce or if they feel every pothole in the road. You might also notice ... read more