Tire Maintenance in Brighton
February 5, 2023
With the recent focus in the Brighton area on improving fuel economy, we've been told how important it is to maintain our tire pressure.Brighton drivers know that tires wear out, but we want to make them last as long as possible because they're not cheap to replace. In addition to saving gas, pr... More
Winter Tires
December 25, 2022
What type of technology do you use? Do you prefer an 8-track tape or an iPod? When it comes to winter tires, much of Brighton driver's perception dates back to when 8-track was the best way to listen to the Bee Gees.Twenty years ago in Michigan, winter tires differed from highway tires only in th... More
Go Big or Go Home: Upsize Your Wheels at Perfect Tune Auto Repair
December 4, 2022
A lot of us Brighton drivers like our vehicles to reflect our personalities. We're picky about color and body style. We'll customize anything from floor mats to window tints to license plates. One popular way for Michigan motorists to customize a vehicle is to get new wheels.Wheels come in thous... More
Helping Brighton Drivers Get the Right Tires
September 11, 2022
Every Brighton 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 e... More
Keep Your Tires Well Rounded in Brighton: Tire Rotation and Wheel Balancing at Perfect Tune Auto Repair
May 17, 2022
Taking care of our tires is part of vehicle care for Brighton drivers. We know they have to be replaced when they wear out, but tires also require some preventive maintenance. This maintenance will improve and extend the life of the tires, so it's well worth the effort and expense for Brighton d... More
Automotive Tips from Perfect Tune Auto Repair: Where Should New Tires Be Placed
April 24, 2022
When Brighton 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 wear, which could affect your traction control, stability control and anti-lock brake systems.... More
Brighton Safety Systems: Tire Pressure Monitoring System
December 19, 2021
Flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances can all be the result of driving around Brighton on underinflated tires. Admittedly, it's hard to tell when a radial tire is underinflated. If your vehicle manufacturer recommends 35 pounds of pressure, your vehicle tires are considered signi... More
Wheel Balancing at Perfect Tune Auto Repair
November 21, 2021
So you love your job, and your family life is great. Congratulations! You have achieved balance. But can you say the same for your wheels? Brighton drivers can tell if their tires are out of balance by vibrations at higher speeds on Michigan roads. If one of the front tires is out, you feel the ... More
Tire Tread Depth for Brighton, Michigan Drivers
November 14, 2021
Driving on bald tires is like playing roulette. Though you may be fine today, eventually your luck is going to run out.The Feds don't have any laws for tread depth, but 42 of the states, and all of Canada, do have regulations. They consider 2/32 of an inch to be the minimum legal tread depth. Tw... More
Buying the Right Tires and Wheels in Brighton, Michigan
October 25, 2020
Everyone in Brighton, Michigan eventually replaces their tires, whether it's because they're worn out or they're just looking for something different. There are so many great tire choices in Brighton, it can be difficult to sort them out. Let's group the broad spectrum into several categories th... More