Maintenance

Got a shaky car on your hands? There are a number of common car problems that can cause your vehicle to shake, vibrate or make strange noises. If your car is shaking, it’s important to get your vehicle inspected and repaired, but you don’t have to panic. If you’re looking for reliable auto repair in…

As one of the most inexpensive parts on your vehicle, you may not put much thought into your windshield wipers. However, investing in the best wiper blades can greatly improve your driving overall experience as well as your safety on the road. So, how do you find and install the best windshield wipers for your…

Without the right preparation, the summer heat can put a lot of stress on your car. Amidst road trips, weekend getaways and outdoor excursions, car troubles are the last thing you need this summer. Take the proper car maintenance steps now to ensure your vehicle performs well in the heat and stays in optimal condition…

When it comes to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, we all know what to do. Regular doctor visits, healthy eating or even taking medicine or supplements are all ways to keep your body operating at optimal levels. Many people don’t consider themselves gear heads or engine experts, but if you think of your vehicle like the…

Matthews Tire Gets Real About Those Pesky—but Necessary—Oil Changes. #1 Oil Changes Take Too Much Time! Think about this … at Matthews Tire to properly do an oil change, we do a lot more than you think. Sure we drain the old oil and add in the new oil, plus change your filter. But did…

At the start of the New Year it seems everyone is jumping on the healthy living bandwagon. From extreme workouts to fad diets, fasting and popular cleanses, people want the best for their bodies! Well, you should want the best for your car too. With a “vehicle cleanse” you may find achieving overall engine health…

Dirt is damaging … A dirty, grimy car is more than just an eyesore. Dirt can do real damage to the exterior finish. According to Farmers Insurance: Dirt buildup can act like sandpaper, wearing down and weakening paint. Grime can mix with rain and other pollutants, etching your paint off. This also allows other substances—like…

Here at Matthews Tire, when we decided to begin performing windshield repair and windshield replacement, we wanted to ensure we approached it correctly. We purchased state of the art equipment and took the time needed to get our technicians trained and certified. When you learn more about windshields, you’ll understand why we went the extra…

We’ve all been there … that moment when an orange flicker on your dash catches your eye while driving and reads, “service needed.” You begrudgingly admit, “I canNOT ignore this again. I must get an oil change.” But the lazy, preoccupied and/or busier-than-ever side of you thinks, “What could it hurt to push it off…

From dirt and bugs to clogging and breaking, car air filters are more important than you think. You’re sitting in the lobby waiting for your car to be repaired. A technician walks in with a dirty, clogged filter and shows it to you. They ask if you’d like to replace it and you respond, “Nah,…