Is it dangerous to drive around with old tires?
In some cases, you will find that your car tire has developed bulges. This can be seen on the outer surface – especially on the sidewall. This is very dangerous as they can cause tire damage at high speeds. You will notice that the car vibrates when you drive on a slippery road.
Can a mechanic tell you something about your car?
Nearly everyone has gone to the local shop for routine auto maintenance only to drive away after paying a lot more in unexpected charges. Most mechanics are honest, hardworking people who only want to help you by pointing out problems you may not know about.
What should I do if I puncture my tire?
If you are driving at an extremely high speed, there is a high probability that the car will roll. If you have an unexpected puncture, hold the steering wheel firmly. This will give you some control over the car, which would otherwise steer to the side if the tire bursts. Next, take your foot off the gas pedal.
Do you have to pay for tires while waiting for parts?
You should not be charged for any time while the shop is waiting for parts or waiting for the mechanic to become available. “The cheap tires will be fine.” Mechanics may try to talk you into the cheapest brands (or maybe name brand everything) when it’s time to replace your tires (and other items).
What happens if a mechanic rotates your tires?
And that’s a smart policy, because the first thing a lot of people would do if the mechanic did rotate the tire and they crashed the car is sue the mechanic for putting a dangerous tire back on the car. Simple solution – replace these (apparently) worn out tires.
Nearly everyone has gone to the local shop for routine auto maintenance only to drive away after paying a lot more in unexpected charges. Most mechanics are honest, hardworking people who only want to help you by pointing out problems you may not know about.
Is it illegal to have a mechanic keep your car in the shop?
If a mechanic says this, drive off in the other direction. It’s a scare tactic designed to keep a car in the shop for more work than the owner intends: “High scare equals high profit,” says Consumer Reports’ John Ibbotson. In New York, this is illegal, and a shop has to hand over keys when work is paid for.
Is it illegal to drive with tread on tires?
The picture below shows Barely legal tire tread. The bottom line; if the tires are at the wear bars, even if the state doesn’t say they are illegal, they are not safe to drive if it rains. Can you tell me if there are any laws relating to this situation?