Repair or Replace? That’s a question Sumter drivers ask when they have tire damage. Some punctures cannot be repaired because of their size or location. Punctures larger than a quarter of a...
You know you need new tires, but you're not sure what type. You look at a tire to get the size: 225, 50, R, 16, 92, H. All the way to the Sumter service center you keep repeating it over a...
Why are wheel bearings for Sumter vehicles important? It's simple: your wheel bearings keep the wheels on your vehicle. In today's Turner's Garage & Transmission post, we'll discuss more about wheel b...
Underinflated tires waste gas for lots of folks in the Sumter area. Think how hard it is to walk in sand – you just have to work harder because of the resistance. When your tires don't have...
Shopping for tires in Sumter can be bewildering because there are many choices. Let's simplify. There are four main classifications of tires, each designed for different purposes.First off, the...
Flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances can all be the result of driving around Sumter on underinflated tires. Admittedly, it's hard to tell when a radial tire is underi...
Sumter drivers know that underinflated tires wear out more quickly. Underinflation is also a major cause of tire failure for SC auto owners. More flats, blow outs, skids and longer...
Sumter drivers want their tires to last as long as possible. Two ways to extend tire life are wheel balancing and tire rotation.When wheels are out of balance, they wobble and vibrate. That makes the ...
Ever notice that your tire is covered with writing? It's like some hieroglyphic art form. Of course, Sumter drivers know that it's not just graffiti, but to most of us, it might as well be. Would you ...
Do you like to shop for shoes in Sumter?When buying a running shoe, is quality important?Does durability matter as long as the shoes look fabulous?Would you rather have one pair of long lasting shoe...
Tires do a lot of work for Sumter drivers. They transfer engine power and braking forces to the road; they handle steering control; and they cushion all those bumps and jolts while driving...
Tires are an expensive purchase, so knowing when tires should be replaced is important for Sumter drivers. Tires will just wear out with normal use. The depth of the tread on your tire deter...
With the recent focus in the Sumter area on improving fuel economy, we've been told how important it is to maintain our tire pressure.Sumter drivers know that tires wear out, but we want to make the...
When Sumter drivers need to replace tires, they need to know how many they should get and on which axle they should be placed. Replacing a damaged tire may leave you with three others with significant...