Car Shaking at Speed – Check This First Before You Spend a Cent
You’re cruising along.Then you notice the steering wheel starts to wobble. Or the whole car begins to shake. Not violent. But not right either. That’s your car telling you something …
Car Tires
Steering Wheel Off Center — Why It’s Not Straight Anymore
You’re driving straight…But the steering wheel is slightly turned. It might be a few degrees.Or noticeably off to one side. Either way, it shouldn’t be like that. Usually points to …
Uneven Tire Wear — What Your Tires Are Trying to Tell You
Walk around the car…One tire looks fine.Another is worn on one edge. That’s not random. Tires don’t wear unevenly for no reason.They’re giving you a very clear message about what’s …
Whining Noise While Driving? Don’t Blame the Transmission Yet
You’re driving along… And there it is. A high-pitched whine. Sometimes faint. Sometimes loud enough to annoy you. It might rise with speed. It might change with gears. Many drivers …
TPMS Warning Light Lying to You? Here’s Why” – Northcap
Bottom line: she had a visibly soft tyre on the rear, but the dash was warning about the front. That’s a classic TPMS mislocation. She asked if I could recalibrate …
Puncture? No Lock Nut Key? Really!! – Northcap
Got called to a pretty routine job — puncture on a hatchback parked at the side of a busy road. Nothing out of the ordinary… until the driver said something …
Steering Wheel Vibration? Here’s What Happened… – Northcap
Got called out to a member with a nasty vibration through the steering wheel. Pulled up expecting a beater, but nope — it was a mint Lexus. Super clean. And …
Are Continental Tires Good? Expensive, but worth it!
You walk into a tire store. Rows of tires stare at you, daring you to choose one, and you have no idea where to start. The numbers decorating the sidewalls …
Are Michelin Tires Good? Excellent tires, here’s why…
Tires are arguably one of the most important investments that you can make in terms of your vehicle because they are the only thing keeping you and your car attached …
Are Firestone Tires Good? Excellent, but won’t suit every ride
If you are shopping for tires, then you may be overwhelmed by the variety of brands that are available. Some of the most popular tire brands available include Goodyear and …
Can AAA Fix A Flat? Yes, here’s what you need to do
We have all been there. You are on your way to work, or just running some errands when you hear the distinct flap-flap-flap sound of a flat tire. Your heart …
Should I Buy Tires on Amazon? The smart choice here’s why
There are a number of places where you can purchase tires these days. You can always go to your local garage or auto parts store to get a new set …