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Winter Tires

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 in a wide range of winter conditions....
Published on: Mar 30, 2025

Getting the Right Wheels and Tires in RAYTOWN

A lot of RAYTOWN want custom wheels. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes they just don't fit right: The tires rub in turns o...
Published on: Jul 21, 2024

Simple Answers from RICK'S AUTO CLINIC, INC. for RAYTOWN: Tire Rotation and Balancing

Question How do I know when I should get my tires rotated and balanced? Answer The interval for tire rotation could depend on a recommendation from either the tire manufacturer or the vehicle maker...
Published on: May 26, 2024

Washington V. Lincoln: Tread Depth Champion In RAYTOWN

Today's RICK'S AUTO CLINIC, INC. article focuses on the effect of tire tread depth on braking. When RAYTOWN and drivers talk about stopping power, they tend to focus on their brakes. But our tires ar...
Published on: May 20, 2024

Time For New Tires In RAYTOWN?

{{ image('MzI5') }} A lot of factors go into selecting new tires: traction, RAYTOWN weather conditions, handling, load capacity, tread life, looks, warranty and price. MO driving conditions vary from...
Published on: Feb 28, 2024

RAYTOWN Tire Tread Depth - Washington vs. Lincoln

Let’s focus on the effect of tire tread depth on braking.  When talking about stopping power, we tend to focus on our brakes.  But our tires are where the rubber meets the road.  ...
Published on: Oct 09, 2023

Have RICK'S AUTO CLINIC, INC. Check Your Tire Tread Depth

You may have heard of racing slicks. Now, slicks have no tread, but they give race cars maximum traction on dry racetracks.  Insert a little water into the equation, however, and slicks can&rsquo...
Published on: Aug 24, 2023

RICK'S AUTO CLINIC, INC. Tech Question on Tire Wear

{{ image('MzM0') }} RICK'S AUTO CLINIC, INC. 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?RICK'S AUTO CLINIC, IN...
Published on: Aug 17, 2023