Nitrogen or Air: Is There a Difference?
Dear Tracy, I am considering inflating my tires with nitrogen instead of air. Can you tell me if there are benefits to using nitrogen, or … Continued
Category: Tire Maintenance
Tire Balance and Rotation
Dear Tracy, I’ve noticed that tire balancing and rotation are commonly advertised auto services, but I am not really sure how necessary it is to … Continued
Wash, Wax, and Don’t Forget the Details
Dear Tracy, My mom is going to be going away on business for a few days, and I would like to surprise her by washing … Continued
Leaky Tire – Repair or Replace?
Dear Tracy, I recently noticed that one of my tires is continually losing air, so I need to either repair the tire or replace it. … Continued
Wheel Alignment Vs. Tire Balancing
Dear Tracy, What is the difference between wheel alignment and tire balancing? Are these separate services, and if so, should I have them both done … Continued
National Tire Safety Week
June 2-8, 2013 is National Tire Safety Week. In honor of this week, Bridgestone is sharing some helpful tips for safe tires and safe travel: … Continued
Buying a Tire Pressure Gauge
Dear Tracy, I would like to purchase a quality tire gauge to make sure my tire pressure is always at the right level. Can you … Continued
Knowing Car Maintenance
Dear Tracy, My uncle recently passed his car on to me, and while I appreciate the gift, I am concerned that he was not good about … Continued
Store Tires the Right Way
Dear Tracy, I am planning to switch my tires this weekend and am wondering about proper tire storage. Can you tell me the best way … Continued
Don’t Count on Luck – Check Your Tires
Tis the season of Erin go bragh, and even folks who aren’t Irish tend to feel a wee bit green. This year’s Food City 500 … Continued
