Posted on 7/19/2024
A report by the U.S. Department of Transportation shows that people spend over $3 billion on tire issues every year. Drivers often wonder: is it cheaper to repair or replace a tire? The cost of new tires might push drivers to choose repair. But, safety and how long the tire will last are also important. LugWrench Heroes a top rated and review tire repair shop in the Scottsdale and Phoenix, AZ metro areas says looking at each tire damage case helps choose the best option. This choice is between tire maintenance options. Choosing affordable tire repair services might seem like a good way to save money. But, the location and size of the puncture, or how much the tire has worn down, affect the cost. Sometimes, the cost of a tire that might fail soon can be more than the upfront cost of replacing it. So, it's important to think about whether saving money on tire repla ... read more
Posted on 7/8/2024
Did you know that about 220 million tires are thrown away each year in the U.S.? Many of these tires go to landfills because of avoidable damage, like nail punctures. Knowing if a tire with a nail can be fixed or needs to be replaced is key for safety and the environment. Repairing a tire with a nail depends on several things: the size of the hole, how much air it lost, and where it is. A small nail hole in the tread might be fixable if it didn't let much air out. But, fixing a tire with a nail gets harder if the nail hit the sidewall or the hole is big. Driving on a tire with a nail for a bit is okay if you watch it closely with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). But, if ... read more