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Are Cold Temps Causing Your Low Tire Pressure in Madison, TN?

November 15, 2019 12:23 am Published by Leave your thoughts

One true sign of winter is when your tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light comes on after a string of cold days. When that light comes on, it’s natural for people to worry one of their tires might have a leak. However, it’s important to know that cold air temperatures also result in the tire pressure dropping—you can expect to lose about one PSI for every 10 degrees Fahrenheit the temperature outside falls, in addition to the average of one PSI lost per month just from general seepage. When you combine these factors, the air pressure in a tire can... View Article

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How to Prepare for Driving in the Winter in Madison, TN

September 11, 2019 12:06 am Published by Leave your thoughts

The temperatures haven’t really started falling yet, but winter will be here soon enough. With winter temperatures come snowy and icy roads and dangerous driving conditions. The best way to combat winter driving conditions is to prepare yourself before hitting the road. Follow these tips for driving in the winter in Madison, TN, and you’re sure to be safe while you’re out and about this winter: Replace your tires: How are your tires looking? If the tread is getting a little shallow, you should really consider investing in new ones. Even if the tread looks okay, buying some winter tires... View Article

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What New Drivers Should Know Before Driving to School

August 30, 2019 12:14 am Published by Leave your thoughts

We’ve just about reached the start of a brand-new school year (and some districts have already begun classes), and with the new school year there are going to be many new teen drivers bringing themselves to school for the very first time. After all, summer is the most popular time of year for driver’s ed courses. If you’ve gone through the educational program and passed your license test, then you’ve already shown some level of proficiency in driving. However, now that you’re going to be driving every day, it’s worth reminding yourself of some basic facts about life behind the... View Article