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Cooper Tire History & Environmental Committment

posted on 11/9/2017 11:38:37 AM
Cooper Tire History & Environmental Commitment Brand name, products, and history matter to the consumer. Cooper Tire & Rubber Company has a rich back story and 100 years of history. History The cooper tire company is 100 years old and started by making rubber for tire repair. Cooper Tire created its first tires in 1920. The war of 1942 caused the company to change its production to wartime production. These efforts earned the company the “E” award for excellence. In 1946, it changed its name ...
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Mastercraft Tires

posted on 11/9/2017 10:42:31 AM
Mastercraft Tires History Mastercraft tires goes back to early 1900’s, known as the Falls Rubber Company. This company manufactured Fall’s brand tires and Evergreen tubes, right at the boom of motorized buggies and Model A’s. What a time to be in the tire industry. Think that competition was scarce? Actually, in the home state of Ohio, where the company started, there were 40 other companies competing for rubber business.  Mastercraft Timeline Roughly, 25 years, the company operated one sho...
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Buyer’s Guide: Choose the Right Tires

posted on 11/8/2017 1:35:23 PM
Buyer’s Guide: Choose the Right Tires One thing keeps you in contact with the ground. Your tires. Each vehicle has best and worst options for stability, fuel economy, aesthetics, and ride comfort. Here is a free tire guide, outlining some of the best tires compared to the different road conditions and automobile types our clients own. Tire Shop Wichita>> Tire Basics Michelin for the most part, took us from horse-buggy metal wheels to the robust tires we see on automobiles today. But, this deve...
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Proxes ST III

posted on 11/8/2017 1:12:24 PM
Premium Street/Sport Truck All-Season Tire The Proxes ST III is the perfect balance of dynamic looks and sport-oriented performance for trucks and SUVs.         No Regrets - 500 Mile or 45 Day Trial Buy a set of four eligible Toyo Tires passenger or light truck tires from Hercules Tire & Auto Repair and try them on your vehicle for up to 500 miles or 45 days from the original purchase, whichever comes first. If you’re not completely satisfied with the performance, just return the tires, with...
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Why You Should Never Skip a Tire Rotation

posted on 9/5/2017 2:47:44 PM
The cornering and rolling forces on each of your tires are different.  If you have a front wheel drive car, the power and most of the force is transmitted to the front tires while the rear tires pretty much just follow along like fixed wagon wheels.  A rear-wheel drive car or truck sends power to the back while steering forces are handled by the front wheels.  All-wheel drive and 4wd have their unique power, steering and cornering characteristics as well.  The point is, your front left tire is ...
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The Incredible Evolution of Tires

posted on 9/5/2017 1:56:51 PM
With all the tires you encounter every day, it is easy to forget their humble beginning and just how far they have come since the early days of automotive development. Follow along as we recap the incredible evolution that has taken us from simple rubber rings to the products we see today. The tire had rather humble beginnings. In the late 1800's the invention of the automobile necessitated something for them to roll on. Until then, wheels were rolling around on hard wooden rims or metal bands....
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How to Find the Perfect Tire for Your Ride

posted on 8/3/2017 12:58:51 PM
Head into the showroom at any tire retailer and you will find a dizzying array of tire types, sizes, tread patterns and other variables that can have you turning right back around and heading the other way.  The good news is a step-by-step approach to choosing the right tires for your car, truck or SUV with a little knowledge can make the process much simpler and give you great results. The type of tire you need depends on what kind of vehicle you have, your driving style and the type of weathe...
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Make Those Tires Last!

posted on 3/31/2017 1:18:27 PM
Your tires are a big investment, and while it’s easy to just take them for granted, you want them to last through their entire warranty phase (at least). Here are some tips on how to get the most life out of a set of tires: Tire rotations: No vehicle has 50/50 weight distribution from front to rear, and front tires see a different set of stresses from braking and cornering. Rotating your tires at a 5,000-mile interval ensures even wear and good drivability and handling. Proper inflation: Under...
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What Tires Are Right For Your Truck?

posted on 3/31/2017 12:48:35 PM
So you’re in need of a set of tires for your truck? No problem! The question is, though, what kind of tires are going to be best? First, you’ll need to think about what you use that truck for. Will you regularly be hauling heavy loads or pulling a trailer? Do you expect to keep it on the pavement for the most part, or will you occasionally go off-road? If you go off-road, will it be on soft dirt or will you be plowing through brush, mud, and rocks? And finally…what’s your budget? If you’re...
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Reasons Why Tire Inflation Is So Important

posted on 3/31/2017 12:18:16 PM
Even just a pound or two of underinflation in your tires can be a problem. Why, though? There are several reasons.  Fuel economy: If you ever rode a bicycle with a low tire, you know that it feels like you’re riding through wet cement due to the added rolling resistance. The same thing is happening with your car, and compromising your fuel economy. Over the course of 10,000 miles per year, that can add up to 150 gallons of gas or $500 out of your pocket! Handling: Low tire pressure means poor...
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