Tire Repair Archives - V&F Auto Inc

Tire Care and Safety: Replacing Old Tires

Replacing old tires can be a huge hassle. As winter approaches, it’s important to make sure your tires are set for the season. If you’re dealing with uneven front or rear tire wear, here are some things to keep in mind. Read more: Common causes of uneven tire wear. Tire Care and Safety As the […]

Where To Find New Tires

Figuring out where to find new tires can be a daunting and expensive task. If you’re dealing with uneven front or rear tire wear, here are some things to keep in mind. Do I need to replace all of my tires at once? At V&F, we know it can be super frustrating when you don’t […]

Tire Service At V&F Auto

Tire service is a critical part of your annual vehicle inspection. In Massachusetts, the minimum tire tread depth needed to pass the test is 2/32 inches.  This means that all of your tires must have at least 2/32 inches of tread depth in the proper grooves, and be without any fabric breaks or exposed cords. […]

How To Change A Flat Tire

Knowing how to change a flat tire is a basic skill that every car owner should have— but changing a tire for the first time can be a scary experience. In this article, we’ll walk you through the step by step process for changing a tire if you find yourself with a flat: First, Pull […]

Where to Replace and Install Two New Tires

We always recommend installing tires in sets of four—changing out a complete set will improve handling, comfort, and performance. However, if you prefer to replace tires in pairs, we can make that work! If they are the same size as the tires already on your vehicle, we recommend you install both new tires on the […]

Common Signs of Irregular Tire Wear

Irregular tire wear can be indicative of a serious problem. There are several types of irregular wear. The most typical ones are heel and toe wear, one side wear, center wear, and flat spots. Here are a few of the most common signs to look out for for each: Heel and Toe Wear Also called […]

Back to Basics: How to Fix a Flat Tire

Learning to fix a flat tire can seem like a daunting task, but it’s a basic skill every car owner should have. If you run into trouble with a flat tire, here are some options: Fix-a-Flat Fix-a-Flat and similar products have become fairly popular alternatives to changing a flat tire. While they’ve markedly improved since […]

Free Tire Rotation! Now Through September 30, 2021

  Now through September 30, 2021, receive a free tire rotation with the purchase of an oil change. We’ll also perform a FREE check of your brakes and suspension, plus an overall vehicle courtesy check while you’re here!   What does a tire rotation do? Tire rotation changes the position of each tire on your […]

Tire Care and Safety: 3 Simple Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Tires

Tire pressure is a key part of your car’s overall health. As the only point of contact between the road and your car, tires have a big impact on a vehicle’s overall health, handling, and safety. They influence your turn control, your ability to break, and even how smooth your ride is.   That’s why […]

Why do my tires keep losing air?

When tires keep losing air, it can be super frustrating—especially if there aren’t any obvious culprits like a puncture or tear. Before you shell out a few hundred dollars to get your tires replaced, here are a few things to consider. Temperature Changes Sudden drops or rises in temperature can cause your tire pressure to […]