Maintaining your vehicle is essential to extending its life. Would you rather plan for maintenance upkeep or wait for a big breakdown? Most of us would choose the first. Whether you drive a small car or a heavy-duty truck, the goal is the same. You want your vehicle to be safe to drive, to last Read More
It can be frustrating when a tire shop informs you that your tires are worn out, even if they appear fine on the outside. However, you may not notice that the inside of your tires is worn down to smooth rubber or even metal wire. Uneven tire wear is not only costly but also poses Read More
Rotating your tires is an easy service most auto repair shops offer. At Cobb Tire and Auto Repair, we sell all tire brands and want them to last. Tire rotation is crucial and should happen every time you get an oil change. We believe informed drivers are safer drivers. Here’s why tire rotation matters: How Read More
Cold winter mornings can be very frustrating when your vehicle doesn’t start. We have all been there. You hop into your freezing vehicle, turn the key and get nothing but a “Click Click” or a slow dragging crank. Cold weather is extremely hard on the Electrical Starting System. Here is a breakdown on reasons why Read More
Dealing with tire cupping can be quite frustrating. Cupped tires tend to be noisy and may cause your vehicle to vibrate at higher speeds. Here are the most common reasons for tire cupping: EXTENDED DRIVING WITH UNBALANCED TIRES: When tires are unbalanced, they experience uneven forces that lead to vibrations and bouncing. You might have Read More
Is it bad if you check your tires and see cracking on the side wall? Here is a breakdown on if your tire cracking is a problem. WEATHER CHECKING: A natural aging process. As your tires age, the carbon black additive used in tires will begin to dry and crack. This is normal for tires Read More
There are many reasons why your Tires may be losing air. Here are the most common reasons for low tire pressure. TIRE PUNCTUE: The most common reason for your tires losing air is a puncture. We see this a lot at our Tire Shop. Most Tire Punctures will occur at the rear tires. The front Read More
A common question we receive is, “How often should I align my tires?” The simplest answer is once a year. Proper tire alignment is crucial for several reasons, with the most significant being to extend the life of your tires. Here are a few additional reasons why tire alignment matters: Correct Alignment saves fuel. When Read More
We often see a buildup on car batteries at our Auto Repair Shop. As your battery ages, internal gases leak out and cause corrosion at the terminals. This is the fluffy white and green stuff you see on top of your battery. Is the corrosion a problem? A little corrosion on the terminals isn’t a Read More
As vehicles become more advanced, engine diagnostics can become more expensive and time-consuming. So, when is an engine diagnostic necessary? Typically, it’s needed when your Check Engine Light is illuminated or flashing. Your vehicle operates like a complex computer, with its onboard system monitoring everything. Here are some signs that you may require an engine Read More
