Helping Saginaw Drivers Get the Right Tires
July 17, 2018
Every Saginaw vehicle owner has to purchase tires at some time or another, so it's a good idea to understand what the choices are. The best seasonal performance is achieved by purchasing tires to match the season you are driving in. Summer tires are designed for hot temperatures. The tread is en... More
Under Pressure in Saginaw: TPMS
May 7, 2018
Have you noticed an increase in price when you get a flat tire fixed in Saginaw, or have your tires rotated? It might be the result of your TPMS, or Tire Pressure Monitoring System.The federal government began requiring a TPMS system on 2008 model year passenger vehicles and light trucks. Some 2... More
Automotive Tips from Kwik Kar Saginaw: Tire Replacement Overview
January 28, 2018
Tires are an expensive purchase, so knowing when tires should be replaced is important for Saginaw drivers. Tires will just wear out with normal use. The depth of the tread on your tire determines how well it will stop, start and steer especially in wet conditions. 4/32th of an inch (3.2 mm) of ... More
Selecting New Tires and Wheels
December 17, 2017
Some of us Saginaw drivers just love tires. All those little rubber hairs on new tires and the smell is wonderful. We live in a great time for tires. No matter how you drive around TX, where you want to go or the look you're after; there is a tire for you.The same is true about wheels. The hardes... More
When Are Your Tires Worn Out?
November 12, 2017
Hey Saginaw area drivers, are your tires worn out? What is the standard for our TX streets? How can you tell on your vehicle?While there may be legal requirements for the Saginaw area, there are safety concerns that go beyond meeting minimum replacement mandates.Two-thirty-seconds of an inch is... More
All About Your TPMS in Saginaw
November 8, 2017
Saginaw drivers know that underinflated tires wear out more quickly. Underinflation is also a major cause of tire failure for TX auto owners. More flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances are all results of underinflated tires.It's hard for many Saginaw drivers to tell when a radial ... More
By the Numbers: Tire Replacement at Kwik Kar Saginaw in Saginaw
September 12, 2017
Ever notice that your tire is covered with writing? It's like some hieroglyphic art form. Of course, Saginaw drivers know that it's not just graffiti, but to most of us, it might as well be. Would you like to know what all those codes on your tire mean? It won't lead you to buried treasure, but i... More
Getting New Tires in Saginaw?
July 25, 2017
There are so many tire choices in the Saginaw area that selecting the right one can be a bit overwhelming for drivers. And even though it's kind of fun to have new tires on your vehicle, they're a significant investment for most Saginaw area folks so you want do it right.Tip: talk with your frien... More
Treat Your Vehicle to Good Tires at Kwik Kar Saginaw
May 8, 2017
When we shop for shoes, most of us know that we can get two pairs of cheap shoes or one good pair for about the same price. And since the two cheap pairs wear out in about the same time as the good pair, there really is no difference in cost. If you like having a closet full of shoes to match yo... More
Custom Wheels and Tires for Your Saginaw Ride
May 1, 2017
It seems like everywhere you go in the Saginaw area you see custom wheels. Big trucks, little cars, mini-vans - it doesn't matter - are expressing themselves with custom wheels. Some TX auto owners want smaller tires and wheels - some want larger - and some want them enormous. So where do you s... More