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The Fallacy of Cheap Tires Sold in Beaumont

New tires are a big ticket item for most Beaumont drivers. You're not only concerned about the price, but you want to know that it'll be a long time before you need to buy new tires again. And of cou...
Published on: Oct 15, 2023

Selecting Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Baker Auto Repair Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Value. Functi...
Published on: Jul 23, 2023

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: Jun 19, 2022

Simple Answers from Baker Auto Repair for Beaumont: 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: Apr 21, 2022

Tire Replacement at Baker Auto Repair in Beaumont

New tire choices can be overwhelming for Beaumont drivers. Suppose you have an SUV and are trying to decide between all season tires or some that are also rated for off-highway. How much do you drive ...
Published on: Oct 01, 2021

Nailed It! (Tire Repairs)

We've all been there.  You park somewhere only to return and find one of your tires is flat; you've picked up a nail on the road.  You're hoping you can just have it patched and be on your w...
Published on: Jul 23, 2021

Tire Tread Depth

When talking about stopping power, we tend to focus on our brakes. But our tires are where the rubber meets the road. So having good brakes isn't enough: we have to have tires with enough traction to ...
Published on: Jun 03, 2021

Washington V. Lincoln: Tread Depth Champion In Beaumont

Today's Baker Auto Repair article focuses on the effect of tire tread depth on braking. When Beaumont and drivers talk about stopping power, they tend to focus on their brakes. But our tires are wher...
Published on: Jun 18, 2020