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How do you know when your tires need to be replaced? Here’s your four-point checklist from our tire experts and ASE-Certified Master Technicians at Craftsman Auto Care: Tire MILEAGE: Most tires will last about 40-60k miles or 4 to 6 years. ** Tire TREAD: Legally, tire tread depth cannot go b ... read more

  Have tires rotated regularly.  This is vital to ensure even wear and improve longevity.  We recommend rotating your tires with every oil service (about 5-7k miles or 6-12 months).  Tires purchased at Craftsman Auto Care are rotated for FREE.  Simply visit ... read more

  Knowing your driving habits is the first step to ensuring you purchase the right tires.  Is most of your driving in stop-and-go traffic, or do you regularly make long commutes with higher speeds or shorter trips at lower speeds?  Evaluate how many miles you typic ... read more

Tire packages that beat big box stores in quality and convenience! Tire Services DONE RIGHT!  Enjoy our value-added services from Craftsman Auto Care that are FREE.  It just makes sense. All tire packages at Craftsman Auto Care include tire installation, tire rotation, road-force balanci ... read more

We're singing the tunes to "The 12 Days of Christmas" to wrap up your vehicle with everything it needs this season. Check out these cool video shots that are color-coded: green = good, yellow = caution and red = safety warning! 2 WIPERS BLADES Windshield wipers event ... read more

Are seasonal inspections really necessary?  It’s that time of year when our industry is recommending a Fall vehicle inspection and/or holiday road-trip inspection and here’s why it is an important part of your vehicle maintenance: Those leaves!  Once all the l ... read more

Location of Repairs Repairs must be performed by removing the tire from the rim/wheel assembly for a thorough inspection of the inside and outside of the tire. Repairs are limited to the tread area of the tire. Punctures greater than 1/4" in the tire tread and punctures outsid ... read more

The most frequently asked question about maintenance is how long stuff is going to last. Here’s the quick and dirty list of some of the averages so you can have a rough idea on how to schedule your maintenance and plan your budget! Keep in mind that these are averages. Your intervals will be ... read more

Here are our Top 10 tips for getting your car ready for the spring. Some will help your vehicle look (and smell) better, but most are designed to help it perform more efficiently and get better gas mileage. 1. Clean Your Undercarriage. Winter road salt can be a real problem by eating away at its u ... read more

Kick the tires: Have your tires rotated and inspected. The last thing you need in cold, wet weather is to be driving on bald tires or tires with low air pressure. You’ll need all the traction that is possible and both of these issues will significantly impair your tire&rsquo ... read more