Tires Archives - The Tire Terminal Inc

Tire-Size

The Roundup – Tire Size, Speed Rating & Load Index

The Roundup – Tire Size, Speed Rating & Load Index What tire size do you have on your vehicle? This question generates confusion and stress for new drivers or some of our customers. Not everyone remembers their tire size or knows where to look for that information, and that’s ok! That’s why we’re here;...

Electric-Tires-EV-Canada

Why Are the Tires on My Electric Vehicle Wearing Down So Quickly?

Whether you’re a new electric vehicle (EV) owner or you were an early adopter, you know EVs offer a smooth, quiet, and powerful ride –– all while contributing to an emissions-free future. But you’ve probably also noticed that your tires are wearing out a lot faster –– especially if you’re using conventional tires designed for a gas-powered...

Car mechanic worker doing tire replacement with pneumatic wrench

Should You Plug or Replace a Tire?

It has happened to most of us. We’re on our way to school or work, and we hear that dreaded sound of a flat tire or a blowout. Some sort of debris in the road has left you with a damaged tire and an immobile vehicle. This situation always brings on frustration. Now you must...

all-weather tires driving down the street through heavy rain

Benefits of All Weather Tires

The tires on our cars are essential safety elements. They are the only contact between the vehicle and the road. Most people do not give much thought to their tires until it is too late, and they need tire repair or new tires. Good brakes, a powerful engine, and a top-notch transmission system will not...

Blurred sports car drifting on a speed track

Why Are My Tires So Noisy?

The drone of tires on pavement can be exhausting during a long commute. You may be wondering, why are some tires SO loud? Tire manufacturers use computer technology when designing tires to help suppress road noise, “tuning” the tread pattern and rubber to keep noise to a minimum. As tires begin to wear and the...

Close-up of three commercial tires against a white backdrop

TOP 3 WINTER TIRES TO BUY IN 2018

We get it! Shopping for winter tires isn’t your favorite fall activity. Well, looks like it’s your lucky day as our team has put together simple and useful recommendations to help you in selecting the right tire for your car AND your wallet. Our 3 tire picks include products that have great technologies, superb winter traction and for which we can get you great deals on.

Gloved hands picking a single tire off of a shelf of many tires

How to Choose the Right Tire

Tires are the only point of contact between your vehicle and the road. They also support the weight of the vehicle. Tires play a vital role in ensuring your car is safe to be driven. Selecting the right tires for your vehicle is an important task. Get it wrong, and you can jeopardize your car’s...

sports car on the side of the road with a flat tire

What to Do if You Have a Flat Tire

Getting a flat tire — whenever it is — is always a huge inconvenience. You were going about your day and suddenly “boom!” You pull over to check the damage and notice your tire is flat. Now what? One thing you should not do when you get a flat tire is to continue driving. Without...

Person checking their tire pressure using a pressure gauge

How to Inspect Your Tires

Your car’s tires are a huge part of your driving experience and a crucial component of the safe performance of your vehicle. Tires are the car’s connection to the road. They help you to accelerate, brake, and keep your car under control. A good set of tires can make the difference between a safe, smooth...

Close-up shot of a new performance tire

How is a Tire Made?

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...

Close-up of a commercial spare tire outside of a vehicle

Should You Buy a Spare Tire

Many new cars are now missing a spare tire and are coming from the factory equipped with tires or inflator kits that claim to make a spare tire unnecessary. We usually don’t think about the need for a spare tire until we need it. You should always have a spare tire in your vehicle because...

empty white car parked in a dark garage

What Happens When Tires Sit Too Long in One Place?

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...

close-up of red sports car tire parked outside

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

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...

Mechanic in a garage with red and black gloves rotating a tire

The Importance of Tire Rotations

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...

Man in a mechanic's uniform holding an inflated tire inside of a garage

What to Know About Nitrogen-Filled Tires

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...

Close-up of a car's winter tires outside turning in the snow

Why You Should Store Your Winter Tires

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...

Rough concrete highway road against a stormy sky

Road Hazards: How to Protect Your Tires Against Common Road Debris

Good tires are not cheap, so it is important that you do everything you can to extend the life of your tires. Because a vehicle’s tires are the first point of contact, road hazards such as small rocks, trash, debris, salt and chemicals can be hazardous while driving. Attempting to avoid road debris is dangerous...

Close-up of a commercial tire being installed and rotated in a shop

How is a Tire Installed?

For the safety and performance of your vehicle, your tires should be installed by an expert technician. Proper installation enables your tires to function fully and provides maximum safety. On average, a tire installation takes about 45 minutes to an hour. After you have selected the right tires for your vehicle, your tires will be...

Mechanic in a garage with red and black gloves handling a tire

Basic Tire Maintenance

A blown tire can ruin more than just your day. Tire trouble can cost you money, time, or even damage your vehicle. Sometimes there is no warning your tire is about to blow. Road debris can cause a sudden puncture and there won’t be much you can do, but most tire issues can be prevented...

Close-up high definition view of a modern tire against a black background

Make Your Tires Last

Your tires are a big investment, and while it’s easy to just take them for granted, you want them to last through their entire warranty phase (at least). Here are some tips on how to get the most life out of a set of tires: Tire Rotations — No vehicle has 50/50 weight distribution from...

Tires

Sign up for our newsletter!