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When it comes to vehicle safety and performance, one of the most simple, yet often overlooked aspects, is tire maintenance. Tires are the only contact between your car and the road, making their condition crucial for safe driving. In this blog, we’ll explore the importance of regular tire services, including rotation, balancing, and inspection. . .

Snow is on the horizon as many drivers hit the road for the holidays. While we're no strangers to winter roads covered by a blanket of snow and ice, it's always good to refresh on driving tips for the season. To ensure your safety and the safety of others on the road, you need to be prepared and informed. Here are some essential winter driving tips from Woody's Tire Service to help you navigate snowy roads confidently. . .

Shopping for tires can be overwhelming with the number of options available today. While some motorists are content to use the same tires that came installed on their car, you might be looking for something a tire that performs better in certain conditions or meets a certain price point. Now that you're in the market, you'll notice that there are many brands competing for your attention. Some offer rebates. Some have mileage guarantees. Some include roadside assistance. . .

Regular maintenance is an important aspect of keeping any vehicle running safely and reliably. While most people are aware of the need to change their oil regularly or have their brakes checked, there is one system that often goes overlooked – the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). Many drivers may not fully understand how the TPMS works or when service is required for it. What is the Tire Pressure Monitoring System? The TPMS is a system that monitors. .

In the world of automotive care, few things can be as frustrating as a flat tire. It seems to happen at the most inconvenient times, leaving us stranded and longing for a quick and efficient solution. Fortunately, there is a tried-and-true method of tire repair that has been used for decades: the combination method of a tire patch and tire plug. When it comes to determining whether a tire is repairable, it's important to understand the guidelines set forth by the Rubber Manufacturer...

Your vehicle is a good way to maintain social distance compared to taking the bus, train or a taxi. If you are traveling in a vehicle with other people, you can still ensure that social distancing is being practiced by sitting at the far opposite side of the car (2m or 6 feet separation). You also need to consider how many people are in the cab, perhaps using a larger vehicle to provide more distance between occupants and always ensure good ventilation by keeping windows open where possible.   ...

Germs and dirty surfaces can make you cringe on the thought of touching or sitting in an area filled with it. Well, fun fact, your car probably isn’t the pristine haven you think it is. According to studies, the average steering wheel is four times dirtier than a public toilet seat. Then they are all the other frequently touched areas in your cars such as the cup holder, seat belts, and door handles, and touch pads; they can’t be too much cleaner. Now more than ever, it seems timely to offer ...

Your tires are your car's only connection to the road. Taking care of your tires will save you money on gas and a smoother, safer ride for you and your family. Your vehicle’s tires affect how your vehicle steers, how it brakes, and how it hugs the road. Your tires need to have the correct air pressure, tread depth, tire balance, and wheel alignment to be safe and cost-effective. If your car is left unused for an extended period of time, know that your tires and other components will still requ...

Bubbles in your tires are generally caused by impacts on the road. Hitting the edges of potholes, small collisions, hitting a curb and speed bumps can all cause the sidewall to bulge in your tires. Your tires should always be smooth and round, so if you notice a bubble on the sidewall or see a section of tread bulging, it’s a sign that something is very wrong, and you should stop driving immediately. Tires that have a bubble are not safe to drive. When your tire has a bubble, the fabric of the...

Your vehicle’s engine produces small explosions of harmful emissions which come from the combustion chamber. These explosions produce dangerous gases such as carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxides. For safety, these dangerous gases are dispersed away from your vehicle’s cabin using an exhaust system, which the muffler is a key component of. To explain how the muffler works, we need to know the different components of the muffler.    There are four sections in an aut...