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Simple Answers from Affordable Automotive for Chico: Tire Rotation and Balancing

Question How do I know when I should get my tires rotated and balanced? Answer The interval for tire rotation could depend on a recommendation from either the tire manufacturer or the vehicle maker...
Published on: Mar 06, 2023

Nailed It! (Tire Repairs)

We've all been there.  You park somewhere only to return and find one of your tires is flat; you've picked up a nail on the road.  You're hoping you can just have it patched and be on your w...
Published on: Dec 21, 2022

Tire Replacement at Affordable Automotive in Chico

New tire choices can be overwhelming for Chico drivers. Suppose you have an SUV and are trying to decide between all season tires or some that are also rated for off-highway. How much do you drive off...
Published on: May 18, 2022

Simple Answers from Affordable Automotive in Chico: Winter Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:What is the benefit of winter tires?Affordable Automotive Answer:This is a really good question. Most new vehicles in Chico come with all-season tires that work pretty we...
Published on: Apr 14, 2022

Getting the Right Wheels and Tires in Chico

A lot of Chico want custom wheels. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes they just don't fit right: The tires rub in turns or ...
Published on: Nov 28, 2021

The Fallacy of Cheap Tires Sold in Chico

New tires are a big ticket item for most Chico drivers. You're not only concerned about the price, but you want to know that it'll be a long time before you need to buy new tires again. And of course...
Published on: Nov 18, 2021

Winter Tires

Let’s talk about winter tires.  We’re not talking about all-season tires here, but dedicated winter tires. Modern winter tires do a terrific job in a wide range of winter conditions....
Published on: Aug 27, 2021

Are You Going Nuts? (Lug Nut Replacement)

If your vehicle has a few years on it, you've no doubt had your tires rotated a few times. That means, of course, that a technician has loosened the lug nuts (which hold the wheels on) to remove the w...
Published on: Dec 24, 2020