Buy Online, Install In Store

Shop Now!
CARFAX TOP-RATED SERVICE SHOP!
[GEOTITLE] [GEOADDRESSONE] [GEOADDRESSTWO] [GEOPHONE] Directions
Store Hours [GEOHOURSMONDAY] [GEOHOURSTUESDAY] [GEOHOURSWEDNSDAY] [GEOHOURSTHURSDAY] [GEOHOURSFRIDAY] [GEOHOURSSATURDAY] [GEOHOURSSUNDAY]
Current Location
[GEOTITLE] [GEOADDRESSONE] [GEOADDRESSTWO] [GEOPHONE] | Directions
Store Hours [GEOHOURSMONDAY] [GEOHOURSTUESDAY] [GEOHOURSWEDNSDAY] [GEOHOURSTHURSDAY] [GEOHOURSFRIDAY] [GEOHOURSSATURDAY] [GEOHOURSSUNDAY]
Go

United Tire and Service News

Archive by category: Tires 101Return

How is a Tire Made?

9/28/2020 7:47:25 AM| (474) View Count
The tires on your vehicle and vehicles across the world, was a result of multiple inventors across several decades. Robert William Thomson invented the first vulcanized rubber pneumatic tire in 1845, but it was too costly and ahead of its time and attracted little interest. In the 1880’s John Boyd Dunlop was the inventor of the first practical inflatable tire for bicycles. Several years later, André Michelin and his brother Edouard were the first to use pneumatic tires on an automobile, but th...
Read More

Can I Replace Just One Tire?

7/30/2020 11:01:00 AM| (934) View Count
Oh no, you've damaged a tire! Is it okay to replace just one tire at a time? Keep reading to find out.
Read More

What Happens When Tires Sit Too Long in One Place?

7/17/2020 9:12:11 AM| (280) View Count
Your tires are your car's only connection to the road. Taking care of your tires will save you money on gas and a smoother, safer ride for you and your family. Your vehicle’s tires affect how your vehicle steers, how it brakes, and how it hugs the road. Your tires need to have the correct air pressure, tread depth, tire balance, and wheel alignment to be safe and cost-effective. If your car is left unused for an extended period of time, know that your tires and other components will still requ...
Read More

Is It Safe to Drive on a Tire with a Bubble?

6/25/2020 9:36:39 AM| (850) View Count
Bubbles in your tires are generally caused by impacts on the road. Hitting the edges of potholes, small collisions, hitting a curb and speed bumps can all cause the sidewall to bulge in your tires. Your tires should always be smooth and round, so if you notice a bubble on the sidewall or see a section of tread bulging, it’s a sign that something is very wrong, and you should stop driving immediately. Tires that have a bubble are not safe to drive. When your tire has a bubble, the fabric of the...
Read More

How Long Do All-Terrain Tires Last?

5/28/2020 1:07:00 PM| (2209) View Count
Does your vehicle need a new set of tires? Read more to find out how long all-terrain tires last.
Read More

The Importance of Tire Rotations

5/15/2020 7:53:46 AM| (390) View Count
A crucial factor in your vehicle’s health, efficiency and performance is getting regular tire rotations. A tire rotation is when the tires of your vehicle are moved from one position on the vehicle to another. The front tires will move to the rear and the rear tires will move to the front, typically in a cross-diagonal direction, meaning they will also change sides. Your vehicle carries more weight at the front, so front tires will typically wear out faster. Tire rotation is done to prevent th...
Read More

What to Know About Nitrogen-Filled Tires

5/5/2020 3:28:54 PM| (307) View Count
Keeping your tires properly inflated is a key to getting the maximum fuel efficiency from your vehicle. Properly inflated tires also reduce tread wear, improve your car’s stopping distance, and decrease the chances of a blowout. Nitrogen-filled tires are said to have the benefit of keeping your tires inflated longer than the standard compressed air tires. The air in your tires eventually escape through the tire’s inner liner, but nitrogen-filled tires take a longer time.    Routine maintenanc...
Read More

What To Know About Flat Tire Repair

3/23/2020 10:20:00 AM| (671) View Count
You’re driving on the highway and you get a flat tire. That situation can be frustrating and inconvenient. Getting a flat is usually caused by sharp objects such as nails, glass, debris, and other elements left on the road. A flat tire can only be repaired if the punctured tire's tread area is less than 1/4" in diameter. Repair of larger tread punctures and of punctures to the tire's shoulder and sidewall areas are not recommended. Before repairing a punctured tire, you n...
Read More

Why You Should Store Your Winter Tires

3/12/2020 1:28:33 PM| (317) View Count
Tire storage is an important factor in maximizing the life of your tires. While swapping out one set of tires for another is a challenge in itself, once your winter tires are removed, you still need to store them properly for the warm months ahead.    It’s important that your tires be properly stored when they’re not in use in order to make sure they’re ready to go when the temperature drops. Storing your winter tires is beneficial because:    Improper storage can result in reduced life fo...
Read More

What Kind of Tires Are Best For My SUV?

3/3/2020 10:28:00 AM| (282) View Count
Wondering what tires are best suited for your SUV? Check out our blog to learn what tires you should purchase for your vehicle.
Read More
Page 4 of 8 [4]

Visit Our Shop

United Tire & Service

Find a Location Near You

Powered by Net Driven
Login

Visit United Tire & Service for Quality Tires and Auto Repair Near You

At United Tire & Service, our staff is here to serve customers throughout Pennsylvania. We offer top-quality auto repair services done by expert technicians. From an oil change or brake repair to auto air conditioning repair, muffler repair, engine diagnostics, wheel alignment, car batteries, fleet repair, tire repair, suspension repair and Pennsylvania state vehicle inspections, we do it all. We also stock a wide selection of tires from all the top brands in the industry including Goodyear Tires, Dunlop Tires, Kelly Tires, and many more. Schedule an appointment with us today at one of our locations in Concordville, Downingtown, Emmaus, Feasterville, Phoenixville, Southampton, Paoli, West Chester or Willow Grove, PA. We are your number one source for top quality, affordable auto repair and tires!