We have national viewers, like your neighbors in Freehold, who write to us with questions or feedback. One common question we’re asked is: “What is a differential and what does it do?” You may have been told by your Freehold Tire Center Inc technician that your differential needs service, or seen it as an option…
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What type of technology do you use? Do you prefer an 8-track tape or an iPod? When it comes to winter tires, much of the public’s perception dates back to when 8-track was the best way to listen to the Bee Gees. Twenty years ago, winter tires differed from highway tires only in their tread…
Whenever they hear the term “exhaust service,” most Freehold people think about exhaust pipes and mufflers. Well, actually, exhaust service at Freehold Tire Center Inc is a lot more comprehensive these days. For example, catalytic converters were mandated in 1976 and on-board emission control computers in 1990. Governmental emissions requirements have forced auto manufacturers to…
The automotive professionals at Freehold Tire Center Inc would like to give Freehold drivers an update on some of the things happening in automotive fluids. You know, cars are becoming more sophisticated everyday – and fluids such as, oil, coolant and transmission fluid are becoming more specialized at about the same pace. The Freehold do-it-yourselfer…
A lot of Freehold car owners have asked whether or not they should use their severe service maintenance schedule, which is listed in their car owners’ manual. It can be somewhat confusing, so we decided to consult an expert. Cricket Killingsworth is from QMI/Heartland, a manufacturer of automotive products and fluids. She’s been in the…
The coolant system is a vital part of your vehicle. It is also the second most common cause for vehicle failures. Even though coolant system failure is fairly common in Freehold, it is easy to prevent. Freehold Tire Center Inc 10 Center Street Freehold, NJ 07728 732-462-0565 The most recognizable part of the coolant system…
Hello Freehold motorists, let’s talk about your often-unnoticed but extremely important PCV valve. The energy from exploding fuel is what powers your engine. But some of the vapors from the explosions escape into the lower part of the engine, called the crankcase. The crankcase is where your engine oil hangs out. These gases are about…
You’ve gotta have good brakes. If you’ve got good brakes you can keep yourself out of a lotta trouble. That’s why a regular brake inspection is on every Freehold car’s maintenance schedule. An inspection at Freehold Tire Center Inc will check your brake system and let you know if there are any problems. Of course,…