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We have all experienced those cold winter mornings where we get into our icy vehicles and pray that our heat works instantaneously. Quite often thou, our doors are frozen, the windshield is frosted over, and sometimes the car won’t even start. Cold temperatures can wreak havoc on our automobiles. This winter, Buckhead Tire & Auto Repair wants to make sure you and your vehicle is winter ready. Frozen doors or door locks can be frustrating. Usually, your arms are full of what you need for the d...

Do you feel like you are always at the gas pump? What if I told you there are some helpful tips to keep you on the road longer and at the gas pump less? Check your tire pressure Checking your tire pressure is important for many reasons. Having an underinflated tire can cause all kinds of issues with your vehicle. By checking the pressure in your vehicle, you can possibly get better gas mileage which is going to keep you from having to spend so much money on gas. Change your air filter What doe...

We all know to get regular oil changes to keep the engine running smoothly. We know to turn off our lights when we park the car so that we don’t drain the battery. There are other car care items, however, that many people neglect, and it’s killing their cars! Don’t let yourself forget about these important maintenance to-do’s: Change Your Air Filter – Your car may not have lungs, but it still needs to breathe. Think of your car’s engine as its lungs - our lungs can’t function properly if...

  Considering that it takes 40-60,000 miles for your brakes’ friction material to wear to a point where they need replacement, it can be difficult to know when they are coming to the point where they are in need of service. It’s vital to the safety and performance of your brakes for you to know when they are nearing the point of needing service. Here are a few ways you can inspect them:   Check your brake dust. Brake dust is completely normal and will coat your wheels with a fine grayish col...

We’re sure you’ve heard all the reasons why your car needs regular oil changes…it prevents premature wear, it keeps sludgy gunk from building up inside the engine, it helps you get more miles out of the car. But what are the signs you need the oil changed? It’s often not obvious, but there are a few signs…   Oil level is dropping: especially on older vehicles, it’s not unusual for them to leak or burn a quart of oil between oil changes. If the oil level shown on your engine’s dipstick ...

Your Mom is great and she’s always been there for you. You want to keep her safe and happy as spring turns into summer. Why not show her how much you love her with a set of new tires from Goodyear of Buckhead?    Here are a couple of things to bear in mind if you’re considering new tires in Atlanta, GA:   If you can’t afford a set of four new tires, it’s acceptable to replace only two. If you have to go that route and can only buy two new tires, remember to put them on the rear wheels. Whil...

Spring is a great time to schedule maintenance and auto repair for improved safety and vehicle performance! Prepare for summer heat and road trips with Goodyear of Buckhead in Atlanta, GA. Let’s go over a few ideas on getting your car ready for upcoming travel:    Oil Changes: Of all the auto repair we do at Goodyear of Buckhead, oil changes are one of the most common, and for good reason. Oil changes at regular intervals are a great way to get the most miles out of your vehicle. When you’re ...

At Atlanta Goodyear, we know the winters aren’t as tough here as they are in a lot of other parts of the country…but we also remember when our whole area got clobbered with that ice storm a couple of years ago. In light of that, we’d rather not any chances, so let’s talk for a minute about getting your car ready for winter.   Cooling System – Your vehicle’s radiator, water pump, thermostat and coolant do a lot more than prevent overheating. Coolant also protects the engine in freezing c...

It’s far too easy to ignore your tires until it’s too late and you’re stuck by the side of the road with a shredded tire. Normal wear is one thing, but abnormal wear is a reflection of problems with other parts of your vehicle. You should check the tires visually, run a hand over the tread to feel for abnormalities, and check the inflation with a pressure gauge – the dial type is better and more accurate than the pencil type. Try to check every week, or at least every two weeks.    Overin...

For drivers who demand a little more out of their vehicles, the Dunlop Direzza DZ102 is an ultra-high-performance (UHP) summer tire that delivers phenomenal performance in wet or dry conditions. The Direzza DZ102 is designed with Dunlop’s innovative Silicarbon Matrix tread compound, combining silica and carbon black for long wear and enhanced traction. The tire features a directional tread design with broad shoulder blocks and three notched central ribs, for great steering response and stable ...