Davis Automotive
709 ELM ST MARTIN, TN 38237 | 731.587.5200

Tires and Wheels

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Upsizing Wheels and Tires in MARTIN

Hello MARTIN drivers! Let's pretend you have three doughnuts right in front of you for our discussion of upsizing wheels and tires. Hey, don't eat them now – you're going to need them later.Many...
Published on: Jan 12, 2025

Tire Rotation and Balancing

You can make your tires last longer with regular tire rotation and wheel balancing.  Let’s start with tire rotation.  In normal driving, your front tires wear more on the shoulders bec...
Published on: Dec 29, 2024

Tire Replacement at Davis Automotive in MARTIN

New tire choices can be overwhelming for MARTIN 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: Oct 27, 2024

MARTIN Tire Tread Depth - Washington vs. Lincoln

Let’s focus on the effect of tire tread depth on braking.  When talking about stopping power, we tend to focus on our brakes.  But our tires are where the rubber meets the road.  ...
Published on: Aug 18, 2024

The Fallacy of Cheap Tires Sold in MARTIN

New tires are a big ticket item for most MARTIN 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: May 26, 2024

Davis Automotive Tech Question on Tire Wear

{{ image('MzM0') }} Davis Automotive 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?Davis Automotive Answer:Dan's ...
Published on: Mar 31, 2024

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: Nov 28, 2022

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: Jul 17, 2022