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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2019-10-10, Page 17THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2019. PAGE 17. Check us out on 40356 Londesboro Rd., Londesborough 519-523-4742 Full Mechanic/Alignment Service Now Available AVOID THE RUSH BOOK FOR YOUR WINTER TIRE SERVICE NOW! Call now to book your appointment! Continued from page 16 when the bumper-to-bumper warranty expires or if mileage starts to tick up, adversely affecting resale value. The time of year to sell that is most favourable is between the months of March through August, offers U.S. News and World Report. When temperatures start to climb, people begin thinking about warm-weather and getting outdoors. This is a time of year when tax refunds are issued, and it is far enough away from the holidays to make big purchases more affordable. • When to buy: Kelley Blue Book® says that most dealerships do their biggest “wheeling and dealing” toward the end of the calendar year. November and December are some of their most profitable months and consumers who are able to budget for a new vehicle at this time of year can get great prices. Dealers want to carry over as little inventory as possible into the new year, so some are motivated to negotiate more on the current year models, enabling them to make room for new inventory and meet existing sales projections. The financial resource Bankrate says the day of the week one chooses to buy also may be something to consider. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday are slow days at many dealerships, which may make negotiating a deal easier. Shopping holiday sales, such as those on Black Friday or New Year’s Eve, also can help consumers earn better deals. Timing is everything in the vehicle market. Learn the best times to buy or sell a vehicle and reap the rewards. Carter's West End Garage & Body Shop 215 Huron St., Clinton 519-482-9363 or if busy 519-482-3534 For all your Winter car needs! Timing important when buying cars Tire maintenance key to safe vehicle operation MS – Maintaining tires is an important component of safe driving. Tires are some of the hardest working parts on a car or truck and are subjected to wear and tear every time rubber meets the road. Tires affect many components of driving, including handling, braking and the comfort of the ride. Maintaining tires makes driving safe not only for drivers and their passengers, but also for fellow motorists. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in the United States says that in 2017, 738 fatalities occurred because of tire-related crashes. Many of those crashes were no doubt preventable, and that only highlights the importance of maintaining tires and monitoring their performance. Poor tire maintenance can lead to premature wear and potentially result in a blowout. The automotive group AAA notes it is important to visually inspect tires as often as possible. Drivers should look for overall tread wear. Pay special attention to tread wear on one edge of the tires, which could indicate poor alignment. Erratic tread wear may mean tires are out of balance. Drivers also should pay attention to how their cars drive and sounds. Unusual vibration or thumping noises suggest issues with the tires. A car that pulls in one direction also may be experiencing tire problems. Vehicle owners should be aware of the routine maintenance steps that can keep them safe and improve the life expectancy of tires. • Tire pressure: The NHTSA says only 19 per cent of consumers properly check and inflate their tires. Keeping tires properly inflated is one of the most important steps to maintaining them. Tires lose around one PSI per month, and underinflated or overinflated tires can contribute to unusual wear, blowouts and even excessive fuel consumption. • Rotation: Check the owner’s manual or recommendations from the tire manufacturer, but know that most mechanics advise having tires rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles. Rotation helps distribute wear more evenly on tires. • Balancing: AAA says balancing also helps minimize uneven wear and tear. Balanced tires are achieved by using small weights attached to the wheels to limit vibration of the tire and wheels as they turn. New tires should be balanced, and tires also should be balanced after one or more is removed to repair a puncture. • Alignment: Vehicles have wheel alignment measurements that pertain to manufacturers’ specifications. Alignment that falls outside of the range can impact handling, fuel economy and tread wear. A drift or pull suggests alignment problems and should be addressed. Vehicle owners should keep tire inspection and maintenance in mind as part of their overall car care plan. CUSTOM EXHAUST SYSTEMS & GENERAL REPAIRS • Auto, light truck & agricultural maintenance & repairs • Custom bent exhaust systems made with precision & pride • Aluminized & stainless tubing • Bending up to 3" • Expanding up to 4" • Diesel 4" & 5" systems Bob Jamieson ~ Class A Mechanic 519-482-pipe (7473) 41477 Winthrop Rd. Londesboro, ON Regular maintenance needed By taking care of a vehicle’s tires, costly, dangerous and potentially fatal collisions can be avoided. Tires that don’t see regular maintenance can result in preventable critical failures like blowouts. (MS photo) Have A New Addition? 519-523-4792 or 519-887-9114 Let everyone know about your new bundle of joy! The Citizen Call for prices and details