Tires and Wheels
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Tires By the Numbers (What Tire Numbers Mean)
You may have noticed your tires have a pretty long number on them. Yours might start with a letter, then a 3-digit number, followed by a few more numbers and letters. That string of letter...
Published on: Jul 10, 2023
North Wells Service Center Tech Question on Tire Wear
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North Wells Service Center Tech Question:My name is Dan. My vehicle tires wore out early and I had to replace them. What can I do to make my tires last longer?North Wells Service ...
Published on: Jan 26, 2023
Selecting Tires
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Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?North Wells Service Center Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Value...
Published on: Sep 21, 2022
The Fallacy of Cheap Tires Sold in Fort Wayne
New tires are a big ticket item for most Fort Wayne drivers. You're not only concerned about the price, but you want to know that it'll be a long time before you need to buy new tires again.
And of c...
Published on: May 23, 2022
Nailed It! (Tire Repairs)
We've all been there. You park somewhere only to return and find one of your tires is flat; you've picked up a nail on the road. You're hoping you can just have it patched and be on your w...
Published on: May 06, 2022
Tire Replacement at North Wells Service Center in Fort Wayne
New tire choices can be overwhelming for Fort Wayne drivers. Suppose you have an SUV and are trying to decide between all season tires or some that are also rated for off-highway. How much do you driv...
Published on: Nov 02, 2021
Are You Going Nuts? (Lug Nut Replacement)
If your vehicle has a few years on it, you've no doubt had your tires rotated a few times. That means, of course, that a technician has loosened the lug nuts (which hold the wheels on) to remove the w...
Published on: Aug 07, 2021
Simple Answers from North Wells Service Center for Fort Wayne: Tire Tread Depth
Question
How can I tell when my tires are worn so much that they need to be replaced?
Answer
That is a very important question. As we discuss the matter, keep in mind that one of the most imp...
Published on: Jan 02, 2021