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2165 Rutland Rd N Kelowna, BC V1X 4Z9 │ 250.491.1360

Tires and Wheels

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Read a Good Tire Lately? (Tire Wear)

There's lots of good information to read in books and online.  You might not know that you can also "read" your tires and learn a lot about what shape they're in and if they are in need of attent...
Published on: Jan 09, 2022

How Tired Are Your Tires? (Tire replacement)

Of the things you think about most, your tires are probably pretty far down the list. That’s understandable because today’s tires are engineered to do their job without needing you to pay ...
Published on: Jul 01, 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: Apr 12, 2020

Winter Tires

Hey Kelowna drivers, 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 for Kelowna drivers in a...
Published on: Jan 26, 2020

Tire Rotation and Balancing

You can make your vehicle tires last longer with regular tire rotation and wheel balancing. Let's start with tire rotation. In normal driving around Kelowna, your front tires wear more on the shoulder...
Published on: Oct 13, 2019

The Fallacy of Cheap Tires Sold in Kelowna

New tires are a big ticket item for most Kelowna 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. ...
Published on: Aug 04, 2019

Simple Answers from A Plus Automotive for Kelowna: Tire Rotation and Balancing

Question: How do I know when I should get my tires rotated and balanced?A Plus Automotive Answer:The interval for tire rotation could depend on a recommendation from either the tire manufacturer or t...
Published on: Jan 13, 2019

A Plus Automotive Tech Question on Tire Wear

A Plus Automotive Tech Question:My name is Dan. My vehicle tires wore out early and I had to replace them. What can I do to make my tires last longer?A Plus Automotive Answer:Dan’s problem,...
Published on: Jan 28, 2018