Automotive NewsBump in the Road (Alignment)There's something you can do that helps your tires last longer, wear more evenly and your vehicle handle better. "Sign me up," you say! Wondering what that is? It's aligning your wheels, and it will literally point you in the right direction when it comes to a better and safer driving experience... Read More Posted in Automotive News on November 17, 2024 Line Them Up: Wheel Alignment Service at Sterling Tire & AutoHello Sterling Heights! Let's talk about alignment. One of the most important parts of preventive maintenance for your vehicle is keeping the wheels in alignment. Poor alignment causes your tires to wear unevenly, which can significantly reduce their lifespan. This means you will have to replace... Read More Posted in Automotive News on February 11, 2024 Straight to the Point (Alignment Signs of Problems)Its just common sense that your vehicle will drive better if all the wheels are lined up with each other and the road the way the engineers intended. When theyre not, that is called being out of alignment. Here are some signs that your alignment has problems.Your steering wheel isnt straight... Read More Posted in Automotive News on September 10, 2023 All Lined Up (Alignment Inspection)When you head down a straight road, does your vehicle pull to one side? Do you feel vibration in any of the wheels? If you've noticed any of these things, it's probably time for you to get your wheel alignment checked.When your vehicle left the factory, its wheels were parallel to each other an... Read More Posted in Automotive News on December 25, 2022 Why Alignment Matters (Vehicle Alignment Maintenance)It's one of those things that can happen on a multi-day road adventure or a quick trip to the grocery store. You hit a pothole, go too fast over a speed bump, nail a curb. When it happens, you think, "I wonder if that was hard enough to do any damage?" But things seem ok and you continue on yo... Read More Posted in Automotive News on July 17, 2022 A Not-So-Straight Story (Vehicle Pulls to One Side)A vehicle should travel straight down a straight road with the steering wheel centered. But time and travel can take their toll and soon you may find your vehicle pulling to the left or right. Those are not good signs and should be taken care of fairly quickly.One thing that you should note is... Read More Posted in Automotive News on April 24, 2022 Straight Ahead (Wheel Alignment)If every road was straight and smooth, we wouldn't have to worry much about wheel alignment. But they're not, so we do. Hitting potholes or driving on rough pavement can knock your vehicle out of alignment and you'll notice it in one of several ways.Your steering wheel may not be centered when ... Read More Posted in Automotive News on March 13, 2022 Straight and True in Sterling Heights: Wheel AlignmentMost Sterling Heights folks worry about running out of gas or having a breakdown on the side of the road. That is why we practice preventive maintenance on our vehicles that and to keep our repair bills down. But one important part of preventive maintenance that may get overlooked by drivers in... Read More Posted in Automotive News on April 18, 2021 Trip Inspection at Sterling Tire & Auto in Sterling HeightsSterling Heights area drivers love their vehicles. And one of the most enjoyable things about them is taking a road trip. Freedom from daily schedules, new sights and the open road it's great! But there's nothing like vehicle trouble to bring the fun to a grinding halt.Now Sterling Heights driv... Read More Posted in Automotive News on May 04, 2020 Power Steering Service at Sterling Tire & Auto in Sterling HeightsMany Sterling Heights drivers have been hearing about technological advances in power steering, specifically electric power steering. Some very high-end cars have been featuring electric power steering. Power steering fluid has the necessary hydraulic properties and the ability to lubricate the ... Read More Posted in Automotive News on April 21, 2020 |
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