You may have noticed your tires have a pretty long number on them. Yours might start with a letter, then a 3-digit number, followed by a few more numbers and letters. That string of letter...
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...
When the weather gets hot, some of the components of your vehicle are pushed to the limit. Here are a few things to watch out for as the mercury climbs higher:
Your vehicle's air conditioning...
{{ image('Mjk1') }}
Buying tires in Ames is a big deal, so consult with a tire professional at Hansen CARS about proper size, type and grade for your local Ames, IA, driving needs.
We can help you b...
{{ image('MzUx') }}
Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Hansen CARS Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Value.
Function: Th...
Hello Ames drivers! Let's pretend you have three doughnuts right in front of you for our discussion of upsizing wheels and tires. Hey, don't eat them now – you're going to need them later.Many A...
{{ image('MzM0') }}
Hansen CARS 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?Hansen CARS Answer:Dan's problem &n...
{{ image('Mjk1') }}
A lot of people in the Ames area 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'...
