Mike's Autocare
4300 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Richmond, VA 23234 804.271.9808

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Tire Replacement at Mike's Autocare in Richmond

New tire choices can be overwhelming for Richmond 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, 2023

Are You Going Nuts? (Lug Nut Replacement)

If your vehicle has a few years on it, you've no doubt had your tires rotated a few times. That means, of course, that a technician has loosened the lug nuts (which hold the wheels on) to remove the w...
Published on: Sep 26, 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: Sep 10, 2023

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: Jun 01, 2023

Simple Answers from Mike's Autocare for Richmond: 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: Jan 11, 2023

Mike's Autocare Tech Question on Tire Wear

{{ image('MzM0') }} Mike's Autocare 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?Mike's Autocare Answer:Dan's pr...
Published on: Apr 18, 2022

Getting the Right Wheels and Tires in Richmond

A lot of Richmond 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 ...
Published on: Nov 15, 2021

Selecting Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Mike's Autocare Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Value. Function...
Published on: Apr 25, 2021