Dynamic wheel balancers are powerful pieces of equipment. Performing wheel balancing work safely starts with common sense. Here are a few reminders to help ensure your technicians perform quality work ...
The jury is still out on wheel balancing. We now have certified tests that show a small percentage of improvement in fuel efficiency, and balancing has proven to help prevent certain forms of ...
An out-of-balance tire not only causes driver discomfort but can also lead to lower fuel economy, mechanical failures, and reduced tire life. Tires already present one of the highest expenses for ...
Truck tires themselves don’t require much in the way of hands-on maintenance, but other factors can contribute to irregular and premature wear. Staying ahead of these seemingly small issues will help ...
If you've been driving that good-looking pickup truck and suddenly your steering wheel shimmies like it's trying to escape your hands at 70 mph, then you already know what tire imbalance feels like.
When it comes to auto maintenance, there's a lot that goes into keeping your car in solid condition for the long haul. With regular and frequent service items — like engine oil replacements, tire ...
Back in the early days of automobiles, air-filled tires were simply a cushion to take a little bit of the jar and jounce out of treks across trails and cobblestone paths designed for horse and wagon.
Among the leading causes of CSA violations nationwide and a Top 3 annual expense for virtually every truck on the road, tires command a lot of attention, maintenance and dollars. While proper ...
Tire balance and alignment are both vital for keeping your car riding smoothly, preventing excessive tire wear, and keeping you safe by helping your tires stay in contact with the road. This is ...
It has always been a good idea to balance tires, but with the advent of low profile tire designs, such as the 50-, 60-, 70and 78-series, tire balancing has become a virtual necessity to prolong tread ...