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Where real-world experience meets expert tire and wheel advice. Get fitment tips, off-road and classic car know-how, and the latest tire tests—direct from our shop to your screen.

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  • Hank Feldman — Founder & hot rod expert, sharing classic car knowledge, restoration tips, and vintage wheel insights. See profile
  • Dennis Feldman — Vice President & custom fitment specialist, writing about performance wheels, off-road setups, and tire tech. See profile

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How to Double Your Tire Life: Expert Maintenance Tips That Save Money

Posted Jan-19-26 at 2:11 PM By Hank Feldman
Learn proven tire maintenance strategies that can double your tire lifespan while saving money on replacements and fuel costs.

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How to Make Your Alloy Wheels Last Forever: A Pro's Maintenance Guide

Posted Jan-15-26 at 3:28 PM By Hank Feldman
Learn professional alloy wheel maintenance techniques including proper cleaning, sealant application, damage prevention, and when to seek expert help.

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What Is the Correct Way to Rotate Tires? A Mechanic's Step-by-Step Guide

Posted Jan-07-26 at 6:26 PM By Dennis Feldman
Learn the correct way to rotate tires with this mechanic's guide. Covers rotation patterns, intervals by drivetrain, tools needed, and step-by-step process.

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Can I Still Drive with the TPMS Light On? Your Essential Safety Guide

Posted Jan-04-26 at 5:37 PM By Hank Feldman
Learn when it's safe to drive with your TPMS light on, what causes the warning, and how to check and fix tire pressure issues yourself.

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How to Stop Your Tires From Losing Air: A Simple Guide for Every Driver

Posted Dec-28-25 at 3:21 PM By Hank Feldman
Learn why tires lose air without punctures and how to prevent pressure loss. Expert tips on detecting slow leaks, fixing valve stems, and maintaining proper tire pressure for safety.

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How to Choose Between Tire Plug vs Patch: A Safety-First Guide

Posted Dec-20-25 at 4:13 PM By Dennis Feldman
Learn when to use a tire plug vs patch for repairs. Discover why the plug-patch combo is the industry standard and when replacement is your only safe option.

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What Does Tire Balancing Do? Your Essential Car Care Guide

Posted Nov-24-25 at 12:49 PM By Dennis Feldman
Discover what tire balancing does, when to balance tires, and how it differs from alignment. Learn warning signs, costs, and maintenance schedules for optimal performance.

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How to Maintain and Care for Wheels? Protect Your Wheels Like a Pro

Posted Nov-09-25 at 1:41 PM By Dennis Feldman
Learn professional wheel maintenance techniques to protect your investment. Expert tips on cleaning, inspection, and care that extend wheel life and ensure safety.

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When Should Classic Car Tires Be Replaced? Your Complete Safety Checklist

Posted Sep-19-25 at 7:11 PM By Hank Feldman
Classic car tires age from the inside out—learn when to replace them, how to read DOT codes, spot dry rot, and stay safe with our simple checklist.

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How to Fix a Flat Tire in 15 Minutes: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide

Posted Sep-03-25 at 6:54 PM By Hank Feldman
Step-by-step guide to fix a flat tire in 15 minutes—tools, safety, spare install, plug vs sealant, and when to call a pro. Stay safe and get rolling fast.

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9 Most Common Wheel Damage Issues (And How to Avoid Them)

Posted Sep-02-25 at 5:51 PM By Dennis Feldman
Nine common wheel damage issues—potholes, curb rash, cracks & more—plus pro tips to spot problems early and prevent costly repairs, safely.

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How to Double Your Tire Life: A Mechanic's Guide to Smart Maintenance

Posted Aug-29-25 at 7:12 PM By Hank Feldman
Double your tire life with smart maintenance: monthly PSI checks, rotations, alignments, and better driving habits for safety, performance, and savings.

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TPMS Sensors: The Hidden Guardian of Your Vehicle's Safety

Posted Aug-27-25 at 4:42 PM By Hank Feldman
Understand how TPMS sensors prevent blowouts, improve fuel economy, and extend tire life—plus when to replace or relearn sensors.

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Tire Alignment vs Rotation vs Balancing: Which Service Does Your Car Need? [2025]

Posted Aug-25-25 at 6:47 PM By Hank Feldman
Know when you need tire rotation, wheel balancing, or alignment—symptoms, intervals, and benefits—to protect tire life, handling, and fuel economy.

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How to Read Tire Wear Patterns: A Mechanic's Guide to Prevent Costly Repairs

Posted Aug-10-25 at 1:29 PM By Dennis Feldman
Understand tire wear patterns exactly as a mechanic would—decode alignment, suspension, inflation, and braking issues to prevent costly repairs and keep your vehicle safe.

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How to Patch a Tire Like a Pro: A Mechanic's Guide to Perfect Repairs

Posted Aug-08-25 at 7:03 PM By Hank Feldman
A pro mechanic’s guide to tire patching: when a puncture is repairable, the right tools, step-by-step repair process, re-mounting and testing, plus common safety mistakes to avoid.

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How to Find Your Recommended Tire Pressure: A Simple Guide That Could Save Your Life

Posted Aug-07-25 at 5:47 PM By PerformancePlusTire
Learn how to find your recommended tire pressure, why it matters for safety, fuel efficiency, and tire life, and how to check and maintain it correctly.

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How to Master Classic Car Maintenance: A Step-by-Step Guide for Collectors

Posted Aug-01-25 at 5:44 PM By Hank Feldman
Essential classic car maintenance tips for collectors, covering monthly driving, fluid checks, tire care, storage, tune-ups, and when to call a pro.

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What Is Up With the Price of Gas in Arizona?

Posted Jun-13-23 at 12:00 AM By Flynn
Gas prices have always been a topic of interest and concern for drivers, especially in Arizona. Increasing gas prices throughout the past year have dominated headlines and greatly impacted millions of drivers across the United States. In this blog post, we'll delve into recent news and testimonies from experts regarding gas prices in Arizona and provide valuable insights for drivers. After months of astronomically high gas prices, it seems as though gas prices have finally been decreasing t [...more]

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Toyo Tires

Posted Sep-19-22 at 12:00 AM By Flynn
During the post-WWII economic expansion, many countries in the world experienced great increases in industrialization. In August, 1945, Hirano Rubber Manufacturing and Toyo Rubber Industrial merged, forming Toyo Tire & Rubber Company. Despite similar-sounding names, though, Toyo Tires has no relationship with Toyota Corporation, though it does produce OE (Original Equipment) tires for several Toyota, Lexus, and Scion vehicles. Today, Toyo Tires is one of the world’s top ten tire manufacturer [...more]

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Debating Purchasing a Road Hazard Warranty?

Posted Mar-16-19 at 12:00 AM By Flynn
After you’ve spent hundreds of dollars on new tires, maybe even new wheels to mount them on, and even more to have them mounted and balanced, why would you be interested in spending even more on a road hazard warranty? With every tire we sell, we suggest purchasing a road hazard warranty, doesn’t every tire already come with a warranty? Yes, your tires do come with some basic warranty coverages, such as tread-life warranty, workmanship and materials warranty, and uniformity warranty. These w [...more]

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How To Check Your Oil

Posted Oct-22-17 at 12:00 AM By Flynn
Did you know that checking your oil level immediately after you switch the engine off won’t give you an accurate reading? This is how you do it, the right way. The dipstick, which has an almost keyring-like handle is used to check the oil level. Pull it our and wipe it clean with a lint-free piece of cloth. You’ll notice that it has a level indicator on it. Reinsert the dipstick back into the engine. Pull it out again and check the level on the indicator. If the car has been running, make [...more]

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What Is The Tire Pressure of a Ford Focus

Posted Oct-07-17 at 12:00 AM By Flynn
Welcome Sparky Q & As Q: What is the tire pressure for a Ford Focus? A: Need a little more info to answer this correctly. Earlier Ford Focus used 30-32 PSI, newer Focus use 35 PSI. I strongly recommend you check what the door sticker says to use, or owner’s manual. Thanks, subscribe.

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How to Change a Tire - Video

Posted Feb-27-17 at 12:00 AM By Flynn
Nothing spoils a road trip like a flat tire. Its essential that you know what to do when you have a flat.  Its also good practice to keep your tires in tip top condition and have them regularly rotated.  This video is a nice guide which shows you how to change a flat tire when it happens to you.

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Detail Pro Whitewall Wipes Now Available

Posted Jan-04-17 at 12:00 AM By Dylan
Detail Pro White Wall Wipes are now available- click here for more information.

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