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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: Feb 20, 2024

The Heat is On (Hot Weather Vehicle Concerns)

When the weather gets hot, some of the components of your vehicle are pushed to the limit.  Here are a few things to watch out for as the mercury climbs higher: Your vehicle's air conditioning...
Published on: Aug 23, 2023

Tire Tread Depth - Washington vs. Lincoln

Let’s focus on the effect of tire tread depth on braking.  When talking about stopping power, we tend to focus on our brakes.  But our tires are where the rubber meets the road.  ...
Published on: Aug 11, 2023

Getting the Right Wheels and Tires in

A lot of want custom wheels. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes they just don't fit right: The tires rub in turns or over ...
Published on: Aug 22, 2022

Winter Tires

Let’s talk about winter tires.  We’re not talking about all-season tires here, but dedicated winter tires. Modern winter tires do a terrific job in a wide range of winter conditions....
Published on: Jun 21, 2022

The Callagy Auto Service Guide To Selecting Tires And Wheels

{{ image('MzIy') }} Some people living near love driving and love their vehicles: To them, picking out the right tire is just as important – and just as much fun – as finding the right s...
Published on: May 31, 2022

Selecting Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Callagy Auto Service Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Value. Fun...
Published on: Jan 07, 2022

Tire Replacement at Callagy Auto Service in

New tire choices can be overwhelming for 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 drive off-road...
Published on: Nov 17, 2020