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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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Are Continental DWs06 Plus good tires?

Posted Jul-20-26 at 11:41 AM By Hank Feldman

Straight talk on Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus tires: how long they last, DWS06 vs Plus, run-flat facts, pros and cons, and versus Michelin.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Car Tires , Tire materials , Tire Review , Tires

Are Yokohama Geolandar A T-GO15 any good?

Posted Jul-20-26 at 11:26 AM By Dennis Feldman

The Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015 reviewed: on- and off-road grip, noise, how long it lasts, what replaced it, and how it compares to Toyo and Michelin.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Off-Road , Off-Road Tires , Technology , Tire materials , Tire Review , Tires

Are Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 Tires Good?

Posted Jul-20-26 at 11:12 AM By Hank Feldman

Straight talk on Pirelli P Zero PZ4 tires: what PZ4 means, how long they last, run-flat facts, PZ4 vs Michelin PS4S, and why they cost what they do.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Car Tires , Purchasing Tires , Technology , Tire materials , Tire Review , Tires

Are XD Series Rims Good?

Posted Jul-20-26 at 10:41 AM By Dennis Feldman

XD Series rims: who makes them, what they cost, load ratings, and whether they hold up off-road. Straight answers on KMC's off-road wheel line.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Custom Wheels , Off-Road , Off-Road Wheels , Purchasing Wheels , Reviews , Rims , Wheels

Are Nitto Terra Grappler G2 Tires Any Good?

Posted Jul-18-26 at 10:57 AM By Hank Feldman

A shop-floor review of the Nitto Terra Grappler G2: how long it lasts, snow and off-road ability, noise, real sizes and prices, and who should buy it.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Comparison , Off-Road , Off-Road Tires , Purchasing Tires , Reviews , Tire materials , Tire Review , Tires

Is It Safe to Drive With Unbalanced Tires?

Posted Jul-18-26 at 10:15 AM By Dennis Feldman

Unbalanced tires are safe short term - but how long depends on the cause. A diagnostic table separating a thrown weight from a bent rim, bad belt, or bearing.

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Posted in: Automotive Maintenance , Car Care , Car Tires , How To , Tire Maintenance , Tire materials , Tires

Is It Safe to Drive With a Bent Rim?

Posted Jul-17-26 at 1:04 PM By Hank Feldman

Depends where it is bent and what it is made of. Real runout numbers, why heat straightening ruins cast wheels, and when to stop driving.

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Posted in: Automotive Maintenance , Car Care , Car Wheels , Custom Wheels , How To

Is It Safe to Drive on a Slow Tire Leak?

Posted Jul-17-26 at 12:29 PM By Dennis Feldman

Depends on the rate and the source. Real PSI-per-day thresholds, the 25 percent rule that overrides them, and how to find your leak in ten minutes.

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Posted in: Automotive Maintenance , Car Care , How To , Tire Maintenance , Tire materials , Tires

How Long Can You Drive With a Missing Lug Nut?

Posted Jul-17-26 at 12:05 PM By Hank Feldman

Depends on your lug count, and nobody tells you that. Real distance and speed limits for 4, 5, 6, and 8-lug wheels, from a shop that has seen it.

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Posted in: Automotive Maintenance , Car Care , Car Rims , Car Wheels , How To

Balancing Beads vs Wheel Weights: Which Actually Works?

Posted Jul-17-26 at 11:15 AM By Dennis Feldman

Beads or weights? Dennis breaks down the physics, the ounce charts, and which balancing method your tires actually need.

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Posted in: Automotive Maintenance , Car Care , Comparison , How To , Tire Maintenance , Tire materials , Tires

Why Are My Tires Rubbing? Causes and Fixes

Posted Jul-16-26 at 12:44 PM By Hank Feldman

Tires rubbing when you turn or hit a bump? The six causes I see most at the shop, and the right fix for each, from a guy who's rolled a few fenders.

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Posted in: Automotive Maintenance , Car Tires , How To , Performance , Technology , Tire Maintenance , Tires

What Causes Death Wobble? Diagnosis and Fixes

Posted Jul-16-26 at 12:20 PM By Dennis Feldman

Death wobble is a violent front-end shake in solid-axle trucks and Jeeps. See what triggers it, the role your tires play, and how to fix it for good.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Auto industry news , Automotive Maintenance , Car Care , How To , Off-Road Tires , Tire Maintenance , Tires

What size is a 265 65R18 tire?

Posted Jul-15-26 at 9:32 AM By Dennis Feldman

A 265 65R18 tire measures 31.6 inches tall and 10.4 inches wide on an 18 inch wheel. Conversion chart, 265 70R18 comparison, and upgrade sizes inside.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Comparison , Off-Road Tires , Purchasing Tires , Tire materials , Tires

Big 'n' Littles: The Hot Rod Stance Formula

Posted Jul-15-26 at 9:08 AM By Hank Feldman

Big 'n' littles are the hot rod formula: skinny fronts, fat rears, instant rubber rake. Hank breaks down the classic combos and the exact tires to run.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Classic Car Tires , Classic Car Wheels , Classic Cars , Purchasing Tires , Purchasing Wheels , Rims , Wheels

What size is a 275 60R20 in inches?

Posted Jul-15-26 at 8:55 AM By Dennis Feldman

A 275 60R20 measures 33 inches tall and 10.8 inches wide on a 20 inch wheel. Full conversion chart, substitutes, and the trucks that run this size.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Purchasing Tires , Tire materials , Tires

What Are Artillery Wheels? From Cannon Carriages to Hot Rods

Posted Jul-15-26 at 8:37 AM By Hank Feldman

Artillery wheels: scalloped steel classics born on cannon carriages and made famous by 1930s Detroit. Hank covers the history and the best picks today.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Alloy Wheels , Car history , Car Rims , Car Wheels , Classic Car Wheels , Classic Cars , Custom Wheels , Purchasing Wheels , Rims , Wheels

Automotive Industry Trends: Performance & Track Edition 2026

Posted Jul-14-26 at 2:02 PM By Dennis Feldman

Dennis maps the seven performance and track trends defining 2026: the 200TW arms race, EV track tires, flow-formed wheels, and where prices are headed.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Alloy Wheels , Auto industry news , Car Rims , Car Tires , Car Wheels , Custom Wheels , How To , Purchasing Tires , Purchasing Wheels , Rims , Tires , Wheels

Tri-Five Chevy Wheels and Tires: The 1955-57 Setup Guide

Posted Jul-14-26 at 1:24 PM By Hank Feldman

Hank's tri-five Chevy setup guide: stock 1955-57 wheel and tire specs, modern sizes that fit, and the wheels that nail every classic look.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Classic Car Tires , Classic Car Wheels , Classic Cars , Purchasing Tires , Purchasing Wheels , Rims , Wheels

What Cars Have a 5x110 Bolt Pattern? The Complete Fitment Guide

Posted Jul-14-26 at 1:07 PM By Dennis Feldman

Dennis breaks down the 5x110 bolt pattern: every GM, Saab, Jeep, and Alfa Romeo that uses it, exact specs, and what will and will not interchange.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Alloy Wheels , Car Rims , Car Wheels , Cars , Custom Wheels , Purchasing Wheels , Rims , Wheels

How to Build a Truck or SUV Wheel and Tire Package That Actually Fits

Posted Jul-14-26 at 12:25 PM By Hank Feldman

Hank walks you through building a truck or SUV wheel and tire package that bolts up right - sizes, tire types, and combos that will not rub.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Off-Road Tires , Off-Road Wheels , Purchasing Tires , Purchasing Wheels , Rims , Tires , Wheels

What Is the Best Color for Car Rims?

Posted Jul-13-26 at 11:40 AM By Dennis Feldman

Silver and gunmetal flatter almost any paint, but the best rim color depends on your car. Dennis pairs every finish with the paint it works on.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Car Rims , Car Wheels , Chrome Wheels , How To , Purchasing Wheels , Rims , Wheels

What Are the Best Wheels for a Black Car?

Posted Jul-13-26 at 11:16 AM By Hank Feldman

Black, bronze, gunmetal, or chrome? Hank walks through which wheel colors and finishes make black paint pop, with real picks for every style.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Alloy Wheels , Car Rims , Car Wheels , Cars , Comparison , Custom Cars , How To , Purchasing Wheels , Rims , Wheels

What Is the Best Brand of Tire?

Posted Jul-13-26 at 10:59 AM By Dennis Feldman

Michelin tops the 2026 rankings, but the best tire brand depends on how you drive. Dennis breaks down the premium, value, and enthusiast tiers.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Car Tires , Comparison , Purchasing Tires , Technology , Tire materials , Tire Review , Tires

Should New Tires Go on the Front or the Back?

Posted Jul-13-26 at 10:30 AM By Hank Feldman

New tires go on the rear axle, even on front-wheel drive. Hank breaks down why the back wins, when to buy two vs. four, and what fits your ride.

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Posted in: How To , Tire Maintenance , Tires

Are Gold Wheels Real Gold? A Guide to Finishes and Fitment

Posted Jul-10-26 at 2:32 PM By Dennis Feldman

Gold wheels are a finish, not a metal. Here is how painted, PVD, and plated gold differ, which lasts, the styles that fit your build, and how to care for them.

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Posted in: Aftermarket , Alloy Wheels , Car Rims , Car Wheels , Comparison , Custom Wheels , How To , Purchasing Wheels , Rims , Wheels

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