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Tires are essential in helping a vehicle grip the road safely, so having a well-maintained one is vital. Below are a few signs your tires need replacing.

Low Tire Tread

Tire tread keeps the vehicle steady in challenging weather conditions, including snow and rain. If a car loses traction, the tires need to be replaced. Drivers can check for low tire tread using indicator bars, a depth gauge, or the pennies from heaven method.

Tire Cracks and Lumps

 

Of all the things that can affect the performance of your vehicle, incorrect tire pressure is one of the most important things yet one of the most ignored. Correct tire pressure is extremely important for the tire and the vehicle.

Overinflating the tire can be just as harmful as underinflating the tire. They can both cause poor performance, uncomfortable ride, and unnecessary wear and tear on the tires. It’s important to know the recommended air pressure for your vehicle.

Keep in mind that your tire size may be used on many different vehicles. 

Your car's battery is one of the most important components of your vehicle. It is responsible for starting your engine and powering all of the other electrical components. If your battery isn't working properly, it can cause a lot of problems. In this guide, we will show you how to test your car's battery and determine whether or not it needs to be replaced.

To test your car's battery, you will need a voltmeter. You can purchase one at most auto parts stores or online. Once you have a voltmeter, follow these steps:

• Park your car…

If something goes wrong with your transmission, then the rest of your vehicle will suffer. In fact, you may not be able to start your vehicle at all. That is why it is important for you to make sure that you maintain it. Manual transmission is the original type of transmission even though most of the vehicles today have automatic transmission. The driver controls the torque transfer to the wheel. The driver also has to manually shift gears.

Automatic transmissions have a more complicated setup. However, they are easier to operate than manual transmission.

After a long and grueling winter season, it is time to offer your car some tender care. This is what it takes to have your car ready for the warm spring and summer season.

• Make sure you change your car’s oil filters and the oil as well
• Check the car’s fluids and add or change as needed
• Maintain the tires properly. If you have winter tires on, replace them with the normal tires and make sure the tire pressure is proper
• Replace the beaten wiper blades and make sure you get the correct size
• Check your car’s…

The best thing that you can do in order to avoid a tire blowout is to monitor the tire pressure. If you have a vehicle that was built after 2008, then it has a tire pressure monitoring system. A warning will be displayed on the dashboard if the tire pressure is too low. Keep in mind that extreme temperatures can cause changes in your tire pressure. The cold weather can cause your tire pressure to drop. The hot weather can cause the tire pressure to increase. High tire pressure can also cause your tires to blow out.

Sliding is one of the most common causes of car accidents during winter. If you find yourself in this situation, there are ways to avoid catastrophe. The first step is to take your foot off the gas and brake gently if you can't stop on time. This will help with stabilization and reduce speed for a safe turn or skid recovery. Next, steer into the direction that seems correct (usually straight) using slow but steady pressure on the directional control until traction has been regained. If this doesn't work, try to shut the 

 

Winter is the worst time of year for drivers. Not only do you have to deal with snow and rain, but also an increased risk of accidents. Because winter is so harsh on your windshield wipers, it's important that you choose the right blades for your vehicle. Here are some things to consider when choosing a set of wiper blades this winter!

The best place to start is by reading your owner's manual. It will tell you what type and size of wiper blade you need and whether or not they should be of the traditional 

It can be difficult to look back on what should and shouldn't work for a general oil change, especially when some myths pop up regarding what counts and doesn't count.

A certain myth comes to mind that claims synthetic oils lead to leaks, which might have been true only back when they first came out in the 1970s. Ultimately, the main reason why any of that happened at the time was because the oils themselves were not perfected, and they were only capable of causing wear and tear to crucial components like gaskets and seals used for a…

Here at Acura of Laurel, we want all of our friends and customers to stay safe during the cold winter months. One way to do so is by keeping a winter survival kit in your vehicle. It's also important to winterize your vehicle with the right coolant, tires and an inspection.

Every winter survival kit should include a blanket at bare minimum. You have to keep warm until help arrives if your vehicle breaks down. Emergency mylar thermal blankets are relatively cheap and won't take up much space. They can even fit into your glove box. A fully-charged…