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Tires and Wheels

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Tire Rotation and Balancing

You can make your tires last longer with regular tire rotation and wheel balancing.  Let’s start with tire rotation.  In normal driving, your front tires wear more on the shoulders bec...
Published on: Apr 13, 2025

Tires By the Numbers (What Tire Numbers Mean)

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...
Published on: Jan 05, 2025

The Heat is On (Hot Weather Vehicle Concerns)

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...
Published on: May 20, 2024

Simple Answers from Sunshine Service Brake & Alignment for Sparks: Tire Tread Depth

Question How can I tell when my tires are worn so much that they need to be replaced? Answer That is a very important question.  As we discuss the matter, keep in mind that one of the most imp...
Published on: Dec 19, 2023

Have Sunshine Service Brake & Alignment 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: Jun 01, 2023

Time For New Tires In Sparks?

{{ image('MzI5') }} A lot of factors go into selecting new tires: traction, Sparks weather conditions, handling, load capacity, tread life, looks, warranty and price. NV driving conditions vary from ...
Published on: Apr 27, 2023

Need New Tires In Sparks?

{{ image('Mjk1') }} Buying tires in Sparks is a big deal, so consult with a tire professional at Sunshine Service Brake & Alignment about proper size, type and grade for your local Sparks, NV, drivin...
Published on: Oct 30, 2022

Getting the Right Wheels and Tires in Sparks

A lot of Sparks 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 or...
Published on: Aug 11, 2022