Tires and Wheels
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Repair or Replace? That’s a question Urbana drivers ask when they have tire damage. Some punctures cannot be repaired because of their size or location. Punctures larger than a quarter of an inc...Published on: Nov 03, 2015 -
Ever notice that your tire is covered with writing? It's like some hieroglyphic art form. Of course, Urbana drivers know that it's not just graffiti, but to most of us, it might as well be. Would you ...Published on: Apr 24, 2016 -
If you're interested in customizing the wheels and tires on your vehicle, there are a few things you should know first.Most importantly, the wheels you buy need to fit your vehicle. Not al...Published on: Aug 03, 2016 -
Custom wheels are one way that Urbana folks express themselves and personalize their vehicle. But they aren't as cheap and easy as sticking decals on your back window. There are several fa...Published on: Aug 14, 2016
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Do you like to shop for shoes in Urbana?When buying a running shoe, is quality important?Does durability matter as long as the shoes look fabulous?Would you rather have one pair of long lasting shoe...Published on: Nov 27, 2016 -
Repair or Replace? That’s a question Urbana drivers ask when they have tire damage. Some punctures cannot be repaired because of their size or location. Punctures larger than a quarter of a...Published on: Feb 06, 2017
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Tires are an expensive purchase, so knowing when tires should be replaced is important for Urbana drivers. Tires will just wear out with normal use. The depth of the tread on your tire deter...Published on: Mar 05, 2017
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Shopping for tires in Urbana can be bewildering because there are many choices. Let's simplify. There are four main classifications of tires, each designed for different purposes.First off, the...Published on: Mar 20, 2017 -
Tires do a lot of work for Urbana drivers. They transfer engine power and braking forces to the road; they handle steering control; and they cushion all those bumps and jolts while driving...Published on: Jun 05, 2017 -
You know you need new tires, but you're not sure what type. You look at a tire to get the size: 225, 50, R, 16, 92, H. All the way to the Urbana service center you keep repeating it over a...Published on: Aug 21, 2017 -
Why are wheel bearings for Urbana vehicles important? It's simple: your wheel bearings keep the wheels on your vehicle. In today's PDR post, we'll discuss more about wheel bearings and how you can mak...Published on: Oct 02, 2017 -
Today's tires and wheels offer a lot of options for every Urbana driver's style, habits and driving conditions.Tires are designed for high-performance in winter or summer and even come in a long-wea...Published on: May 01, 2018
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Urbana drivers want their tires to last as long as possible. Two ways to extend tire life are wheel balancing and tire rotation.When wheels are out of balance, they wobble and vibrate. That makes the ...Published on: Jun 04, 2018 -
When Urbana drivers need to replace tires, they need to know how many they should get and on which axle they should be placed. Replacing a damaged tire may leave you with three others with significant...Published on: Jun 26, 2018
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Welcome to the PDR automotive blog. Today, let's talk about the effect of tire wear. Let's focus on stopping in wet Urbana conditions. In order for a tire to have good contact with the road, ...Published on: Apr 28, 2019 -
Urbana drivers know that underinflated tires wear out more quickly. Underinflation is also a major cause of tire failure for Illinois auto owners. More flats, blow outs, skids and ...Published on: May 05, 2019