Maintenance

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…

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…

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…

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…

We know how the holidays can keep you running—between picking up gifts, shopping for holiday treats or heading to the latest gathering, sometimes regular car maintenance falls to the bottom of your to-do list. In this blog post, Matthews Tire Waupaca Manager Nathan Ernst talks about why a maintenance value package—which includes an oil change,…

We often take for granted that our vehicles will start without a problem, and that’s especially important when the temperatures drop and we need to stay safe from the cold. In this blog post, Matthews Tire Green Bay Manager Tom Winninghoff shares why it’s important to have your maintenance team check your battery power regularly.…

It’s easy to overlook or procrastinate on some important regular car maintenance items like replacing brake pads, but letting your brakes go too long without maintenance can lead to expensive repairs—or worse. In this blog post, Matthews Tire Fond du Lac Manager Allen Coburn shares key insight into why brakes are among the top repairs…

As the summer season approaches and temperatures rise, it’s crucial to ensure your car’s air conditioning system is in excellent working condition. “If you maintain it, you’ll have it working well for you when you need it most,” said Matthews Tire Appleton West Manager Dave Flunker. In this Matthews Tire blog post, we’ll share a…

Flat tires can happen unexpectedly, leaving you stranded on the side of the road. Matthews Tire Green Bay Manager Tom Winninghoff said flat tires in Wisconsin are primarily caused by rim corrosion and punctures. “Aluminum rims can corrode and rust, which can then puncture the tires when they contract in the colder months,” Tom shared.…

If you want your car to stay in the best condition through every season, maintaining your car’s engine is essential. One often overlooked aspect of car maintenance is the radiator flush. Regularly flushing your car’s radiator can help prevent damage to your engine and improve its performance. If you’re looking for trusted auto repair in…