Posts by Marc Palmer
How Do You Spring Clean Your Car? Plus, the Benefits of Pre-Trip Inspections
Ahh, summertime. No doubt you’re ready for summer road trips, but is your vehicle? April is one of two National Car Care months, the perfect time to focus your attention on spring cleaning your vehicle and investing in your vehicle’s regular preventative maintenance. Plus, spring is an excellent time to take care of any issues…
Read MoreYour Complete Spring-Cleaning Checklist
If you’re looking for productive ways to fill time at home, now is a great opportunity for spring cleaning! Sanitization and cleanliness have never been more important and that applies to your vehicles too—especially because the average American spends almost 11 hours behind the wheel each week, according to 2019 Cision data. We’ve compiled an…
Read MoreStraight Talk on Wheel Alignment
As the spring thaw melts winter away, all kinds of new things are exposed … including bothersome potholes on the roadways! Potholes can be a major concern for motorists—not only because they can disrupt smooth leisurely drives. “Potholes can be problematic in a number of ways,” said Matthews Tire Appleton West Manager Dave Flunker. “Depending…
Read MoreWinter Weather Driving Tips to Keep Your Car Merry and Bright All Season
Tis the season for winter driving, which means dangerous road conditions, hazards and more. Even experienced Wisconsinites need a reminder of how to stay safe on the road in the cold and snow every now and then. To help you stay safe this winter, Matthews Tire Menasha Manager Sean Brucks shares his top winter driving…
Read MoreMatthews Tire Gifts $15,000 to Fox Valley Humane Association After Oil Change for the Better
With the dedication of the Matthews Tire team and the backing from our communities, this year’s Oil Change for the Better fundraiser was a major success. Held from July 29 to Aug. 2 and Aug. 5 to 9, 2024, Oil Change for the Better resulted in a 5,000 donation to the Fox Valley Humane Association…
Read MoreWinter Tires vs. All-Season Tires
Shovels. Hats and mittens. Puffy coats. There are endless essentials that can help you make it through the winter. What else comes to mind … maybe a warm fireplace, cozy blankets or even heated seats in your car. How about winter tires? Winter tires are not ‘a thing of the past’—they’re crucial to help protect…
Read MoreDo I need to warm up my car?
Winter driving in Wisconsin comes with challenges. In addition to the unpredictable weather patterns, snow and ice … there’s the bitter cold. And it always seems to last longer than we think. “Warming up the car” is a big part of our Wisconsin culture. Aside from comfort, is there a real reason why it’s necessary…
Read More13th Annual Oil Change for the Better Event Supporting Fox Valley Humane Association
At Matthews Tire, giving back to the community and supporting worthy causes is at the heart of what we do. With a history dating back to the early 1950s, our tire and auto repair shops know the importance of investing in the communities we call home. This year, we’re thrilled to launch our 13th annual…
Read MoreWiper Blade FAQ—When to Replace These for Optimal Visibility
When it comes to your vehicle’s wiper blades, replacing them regularly is important. In this blog post, Matthews Tire Green Bay Manager Tom Winninghoff talks about the value of keeping your wiper blades fresh. “We have heat, cold, salt and ice, and everything that adds wear and tear to our wiper blades,” Tom says. “They’re…
Read MoreDIY Air Conditioner Repair—Why You Should NOT Do This
When the summer heat hits and your air conditioner starts blowing only hot air, your instinct may be to reach for a quick fix. In this blog post, Matthews Tire Fond du Lac Manager Allen Coburn talks about why buying an inexpensive refrigerant kit is the worst thing you can do for your vehicle, and…
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