Winter Doesn't Have To Be Dreary!

You already know this. And we know you already know this. But we are going to say it again anyway.... Keeping up with your vehicle’s maintenance is an extremely important part of keeping your car running right. But often times it’s exactly these maintenance services that seem to get the backseat treatment! The older we get, the busier we get, and the busier we get, the less likely we are to bring our cars to the shop when everything seems to be working right. The truth of the matter is,

Fall weekends are perfect for heading out on a road trip.  Fall is the ideal time to take a road trip in the Midwest. The temperature drops, leaves start to change colors, and people head out to see Mother Nature put on one of her best shows of the year. Shades of copper, burgundy, and golden yellow overtake the green leaves of summer slowly creeping from north to south. There are plenty of places around the U.S. to see the hues in all their glory, but here are our five not-to-miss fall drives

A dead battery happens to all of us. We take care of our cars and are diligent with service, but accidentally leaving an interior light on overnight creates a big headache the next morning. But if you know what to do next, jumping or replacing a battery doesn’t seem like such a daunting challenge. Although jumping will usually do the trick, older and less healthy batteries could end up causing all sorts of issues. Here what to do if you have a lifeless car on your hands. If Your Battery Is

As the kids are heading back to school, now is the perfect time to “tune-up” your car!  Since you will more than likely be chauffeuring your children back and forth from their fall activities or school, it’s a good idea to make sure your car is running in peak condition. The phrase “tune-up” is an old-fashioned maintenance term that only applies to older cars.  For today’s cars that are equipped with electronic ignition and at least one on-board computer which automatically adjusts fuel

We kind of hate to say it, but the warm (hot!) weather of this Indiana Summer is no time to neglect your car. For maximum operating efficiency and dependability, there are some absolute "musts" and a few "shoulds" for you to address sometime between Memorial Day and Labor Day.   Here are AutoTire Car Care Centers Top 10 Tips to keeping your car -- and your passengers -- in good shape this summer: 1. Coolant System Keeping cool is paramount, not just for ourselves but also for our cars. In

If a weekend or even a mid-week getaway is on your mind this Winter in Indiana, you might be a little surprised to discover some of the state's hidden gems. We've listed three resorts here for your consideration. All three offer unique experiences and are much more appropriate (ok, safe) for beginning skiers and intermediate ones as well. Think of these locations as perfect tune-ups before venturing to our northern sister states like Michigan, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. Those states feature

The internet has changed a lot of things since it began to be commonly used in 1991. And social media really upped the ante toward the late 90's and early 2000's. But I don't believe anyone really predicted the impact these things would have on businesses all over the world until the last decade or so.  AutoTire has certainly been impacted. Like any other business these days, customers are able to share their stories online in ever-increasing ways that can have a direct impact on the business

You'll want to be ready to drive safely in the first winter storm    Believe it or not, it won’t be long before the snow starts falling in Indiana. But no matter where you live, fall is a good time to check your tires, especially if you will soon be facing rain, snow, and ice. If your tires are well worn, consider replacing them with new tires before foul weather strikes. All-season tires may suffice if you live in an area where snow and icy conditions are infrequent, or if you can wait until

Let's face it, nobody truly likes spending their hard-earned money on new tires. Most of the time new tires don't really make your car or truck look any cooler, but they are a necessary part of a reliable (and safe) ride. So why not maintain and protect your investment?  Irregular tire wear, if left unchecked, can cause you to make repeat tire purchases much more quickly than you should. Nobody needs that! The causes of uneven tire wear can range from air pressure to improper balance, from