Lakeland Car Co. Auto Sales & Service
0141 Lake Michigan Drive, Grand Rapids, MI 49544 616.735.9400

Tires and Wheels

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Simple Answers from Lakeland Car Co. Auto Sales & Service for Grand Rapids: 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 23, 2022

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: Oct 15, 2022

Lakeland Car Co. Auto Sales & Service Tech Question on Tire Wear

{{ image('MzM0') }} Lakeland Car Co. Auto Sales & Service 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?Lakeland ...
Published on: Jan 19, 2022

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: Dec 26, 2020

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 21, 2020

Tire Replacement at Lakeland Car Co. Auto Sales & Service in Grand Rapids

New tire choices can be overwhelming for Grand Rapids 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 dr...
Published on: Aug 09, 2020

Simple Answers from Lakeland Car Co. Auto Sales & Service for Grand Rapids: 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: May 16, 2020

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: Apr 02, 2020