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Do You Need Winter Tires? Are you curious about the difference between different types of tires? When it comes to winter tires and regular tires, the main difference between the two is tread depth. On winter tires the tread depth starts at between 8 and 9 mm as opposed to 7 and 8 mm on a regular tire. Winter tires have a wider and deeper groove within the tire tread which forms a larger channel for snow and water to travel through and maintains a grip on the road. One of the most important feat...

The US has a wide variety of climates, but generally, weather conditions are cold during the winter and hot in the summer. In southern states, summers are very hot and humid while in the Pacific Northwest, summers are warm with cool mornings and evening conditions. Winter in the South is mild, but in the North conditions are often very cold with lots of snow and below zero temperatures. How do all these variations affect your tires?    The temperature outside has various impacts on your vehicle...

Winter tires are designed to give your vehicle stability and traction as you drive in snow and frigid temperatures. They have deep tread and tire edges that grip the roads and reduces snow build-up which leads to sliding and loss of control. It is recommended that if you live in areas where winters are 40 degrees or below for weeks at a time you should get winter tires on your vehicle. Boulder Tire is a family- owned auto repair shop that offers great deals on winter tires for your vehicle. It ...

Old tires can be found everywhere. From the shredded remnants of highway blowouts to mountains of rubber created in landfills, old tires are frequently cast off and forgotten. But what are the other options for tires that are past their prime? You can choose to take them to a tire recycling facility if one is available near you or even create a useful DIY product. Read on to find out all you need to know!   Why Should You Recycle Your Tires? In the US, over 300 million tires are disposed of eve...

What does the term “tire rotation” mean? This commonly heard phrase refers to having each tire on your vehicle rotated at regular intervals to change their positions on the vehicle. This is done to make sure that each tire wears evenly and last longer. So, your tires will be moved from one wheel to another and from left to right or even diagonally. The position that each tire should be moved to is dependent on the type of vehicle you own and the manufacturer’s suggested rotation pattern and ...

Tire balancing involves making sure that the weight of your tire and wheel assembly is equally balanced and distributed among all four tires.  The wheel/tire assembly will be placed on a balancer which will center the wheels and spin it to determine where the weight should go. This process is a critical part of maintaining the life of your tires and also ensuring that your vehicle drives smoothly with no vibration. When Should Tires Be Balanced? Every time a wheel is first mounted onto a vehic...

Road trips can be a lot of fun when they are properly planned. They are a great way to bond with your family and explore new places. We know that for most people, traveling safely and comfortably is of the highest priority. For your next road trip, don’t forget about one of the foremost safety concerns for your vehicle: its tires. The tires support the vehicle load, ensure responsive braking and maintain the direction of travel. To guarantee your vehicle’s tires are functioning adequately, th...

Never take your tires for granted. Check them regularly! A blowout can be very dangerous experience, especially if it occurs on a busy road.  Knowing exactly when to change your tires is crucial. Here are four tell-tell signs that your vehicle is in need of new tires: 1. When the factory tire wear bars on your tires start showing that is a clear indication that it is definitely time to get new tires. These bars are located at the bottom of the tread groves in several locations around the tire. ...

There are so many tire designs on the road -- all-season, high performance, touring, light truck -- and even within a specific tire design, there may be several choices of tread patterns. What differentiates them, and what are the pros and cons of each tread design?    -- Directional tread has a pattern of grooves and chevron shapes, all pointed in one direction. This design makes it easy to direct water away from the tire's contact patch and prevent hydroplaning in wet weather, and also offers...

Believe it or not, many new vehicles come without a spare tire. Manufacturers have a few different reasons for that, including weight savings, space efficiency, and cost. When you're stuck by the side of the road, though, none of that really matters much, does it?    Instead, these vehicles come equipped with an inflation kit and/or a can of sealant.    Sealant is a gooey substance in an aerosol can that's designed to coat the inside of the tire due to centrifugal force once you get rolling aga...