Posted on 9/3/2015

The ABCs of TPMS:FAQ about TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) from the experts at Queens 106 St Tire & WheelI'm hearing a lot about tire pressure monitoring systems; what exactly is TPMS?TPMS is a fairly new automotive warning system feature displaying tire pressure in new vehicles equipped with them. The law requiring TPMS was mandated by the federal government in 2007. And right from the start everyone at Queens 106 St Tire & Wheel shop locations ... its techs, managers and staff were trained to answer questions about TPMS, maintain, replace and service tire presure monitoring systems. TPMS systems have warning lights on the dashboard (see image above) informing the driver whether anyone of the 4 tires is compromised in safety because of improper tire pressure. (Please note: the batteries powering the display on the dashboard wear out like any other batte ... read more
Posted on 6/22/2015

At 106 St. Tire & Wheel, we know that driving around the streets of Queens, NY can be pretty tough on tires and wheels. We also know that many drivers want to dress up their rides a little and personalize them with custom tires and wheels, so here are a few tips for buying tires and wheels in Queens, NY: When shopping for wheels (<=see some of famous make wheels), make sure that your new wheels will be load-rated to your vehicle. Find the information placard on your vehicle (usually located on the door frame of the driver's door, or inside the glove box) and find the Gross Axle Weight Rating of the heaviest axle on the vehicle. Your wheel load rating is based on 50 percent of the heaviest GAWR of the vehicle. If you're planning on oversize wheels and tires, be mindful of outside fender clearance, inside fender well clearance and suspension and steering specs, including the number of turns ... read more
Posted on 11/11/2014

Prepare for imminent seasonal weather with 106 St. Tire and Wheel in the Queens, NY area at two convenient locations in Corona, NY, one in Jamaica Queens, NY and another on Queens Blvd in Elmhurst, NY (maps). Knowledgeable technicians of 106 St. Tire and Wheel are thrilled to assist customers improve vehicle functionality and safety for hazardous driving conditions of winter. Begin preparations with routine auto repair, including one elementary maintenance with hidden benefits many drivers might not realize: oil changes. Consider these undeniable advantages when making arrangements for inclement weather and dangerous travel circumstances. 1. Engine Performance: Changing oil regularly helps maintain vital engine performances and engine operations. Allowing improved functionality and smoother driving, changing oil every 3,000 nukes will keep internal engine part ... read more
Posted on 4/1/2014
106 St Tire & Wheel prides itself on customer satisfaction. We usestate of the art John Bean wheel alignment machines, they are thebest in the business. And, if for some reason, you are not delightedwith your wheel alignment we will do it again and as many times asit takes to render 100% customer satisfaction.106 St Tire & Wheel is proud of our policy to help customers getthe most for their money so we do what the big tire dealers don't.Our tire prices always include: mounting, balancing, valves if required,and, 106 St Tire & Wheel gives all customers who purchase any 4tires a free wheel alignment, free nitrogen fill and refills fora year after your purchase. We will also rotate your tires when neededfor the life of your new tire investment.106 St Tire & Wheel appreciates your business and wethank you for your confidence and loyalty
Posted on 3/27/2014
Introducing the Falken Tire ZE950 All Season Tire coming to all 106 St Tire locations 106-01 Northern Blvd, 118-02 Merrick Blvd 105-08 Northern Blvd, 45-13 108 St, 79-20 Queens BlvdWATCH FALKEN TIRE VIDEOhttp://youtu.be/c9MdEDAAAh0 Available soon at all locations of 106 St Tire 106-01 Northern Blvd open 24 hours105-08 Northern Blvd open 7 days (New Napa Car care center)118-02 Merrick Blvd open 7 day45-13 108 St open 7 days79-02 Queens Blvd open 7 days (NYS inspection site) purchase any 4 tires at 106 St Tire and get FREEvalves if neededwheel alignmentmounting & balancingnitrogen fill and free refills for a yeartire rotations for the life of your tires anyone in Queens or Brooklyn got a better deal? Certainly not Sears or Pep Boys! call us 24/7 71