Wheels and Tires

Is a Tire Pressure Monitoring System Sensor Battery Replacement Possible?

Summary TPMS sensor batteries aren’t designed to be replaced. A layer of potting material seals the battery and other electronic…

7 months ago

What To Do When Metal Is Showing In Your Tire

Summary When a tire starts to show its wire bead, it’s either been damaged or driven past its expected lifespan.…

7 months ago

Mounting a Spare Tire on a Trailer and Other Unique Places

Summary You can use a spare tire mount to mount the tire onto your vehicle instead of storing it in…

7 months ago

Tire Feathering: What It Is, Causes, and More

Summary Tire feathering is when the tire develops diagonal wear patterns across the tread ribs.Issues that can cause tire feathering…

7 months ago

How to Check the Tire Pressure Without a Gauge (Not Recommended)

Summary Checking tire pressure without a tire gauge is not recommended. It should only be considered in the rare scenario…

7 months ago

Wheel Weights: a Brief Guide

Summary Wheel weights are small weights that balance the wheel and tire assemblies. The two types of wheel weights are…

8 months ago

How to Remove the Tire From the Rim: Manually vs. With a Machine

Summary You'll need tools like a tire-changing machine, tire irons, lug nut wrench, and safety equipment to properly remove the…

8 months ago

Wheel Bearing Noise vs. Tire Noise: How to Know What’s the Issue

Summary It can be hard to differentiate tire noise from wheel bearing noise. You’ll have to verify the location of…

8 months ago

Spare Tire and Jack Maintenance: Essential Tips

Summary To keep the spare tire in good condition, check its tire pressure and tread regularly. You can also include…

8 months ago

Wheel Curb Rash Repair: Tips, Estimated Costs, and FAQs

Summary Curb rash is a minor cosmetic damage to a vehicle’s wheel that comes from getting too close to an…

8 months ago