I-70 Auto Service

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: Jan 30, 2023

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: Oct 31, 2022

Winter Tires

Let’s talk about winter tires. We’re not talking about all-season tires here, but dedicated winter tires. Modern winter tires do a terrific job in a wide range of winter conditions....

Published on: Jan 18, 2022

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?I-70 Auto Service Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Value. Functi...

Published on: Aug 05, 2021

Tire Replacement at I-70 Auto Service in Kansas City

New tire choices can be overwhelming for Kansas City 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 dri...

Published on: Jul 24, 2021

Simple Answers from I-70 Auto Service for Kansas City: 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: Jun 14, 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: Jan 10, 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: Nov 19, 2020