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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: Apr 14, 2022
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 18, 2022
Simple Answers from J and C Auto Service in Downers Grove: Winter Tires
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Question:What is the benefit of winter tires?J and C Auto Service Answer:This is a really good question. Most new vehicles in Downers Grove come with all-season tires that work pr...
Published on: Jul 01, 2021
Simple Answers from J and C Auto Service for Downers Grove: Tire Rotation and Balancing
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How do I know when I should get my tires rotated and balanced?
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The interval for tire rotation could depend on a recommendation from either the tire manufacturer or the vehicle maker...
Published on: Aug 11, 2020
Tire Rotation and Balancing
You can make your tires last longer with regular tire rotation and wheel balancing. Let’s start with tire rotation. In normal driving, your front tires wear more on the shoulders bec...
Published on: Jun 28, 2020
Have J and C Auto Service Check Your Tire Tread Depth
You may have heard of racing slicks. Now, slicks have no tread, but they give race cars maximum traction on dry racetracks. Insert a little water into the equation, however, and slicks can&rsquo...
Published on: Jan 01, 2020
The Fallacy of Cheap Tires Sold in Downers Grove
New tires are a big ticket item for most Downers Grove 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 o...
Published on: Oct 30, 2019
Tire Replacement at J and C Auto Service in Downers Grove
New tire choices can be overwhelming for Downers Grove 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 d...
Published on: Oct 20, 2019