Grimes Auto Service
305 Ridge Avenue South, Tifton, GA 31794 229.382.1501

Tires and Wheels

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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: May 29, 2023

Grimes Auto Service Tech Question on Tire Wear

{{ image('MzM0') }} Grimes Auto 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?Grimes Auto Service Answer:...
Published on: May 03, 2023

Selecting Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Grimes Auto Service Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Value. Func...
Published on: Dec 06, 2022

Tire Replacement at Grimes Auto Service in Tifton

New tire choices can be overwhelming for Tifton 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 drive of...
Published on: May 18, 2021

Simple Answers from Grimes Auto Service for Tifton: 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: Mar 17, 2021

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: Mar 02, 2021

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: Aug 09, 2020

The Fallacy of Cheap Tires Sold in Tifton

New tires are a big ticket item for most Tifton drivers. You're not only concerned about the price, but you want to know that it'll be a long time before you need to buy new tires again. And of cours...
Published on: Apr 18, 2019