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The Heat is On (Hot Weather Vehicle Concerns)

When the weather gets hot, some of the components of your vehicle are pushed to the limit.  Here are a few things to watch out for as the mercury climbs higher: Your vehicle's air conditioning...
Published on: May 26, 2023

The Fallacy of Cheap Tires Sold in Eastsound

New tires are a big ticket item for most Eastsound drivers. You're not only concerned about the price, but you want to know that it'll be a long time before you need to buy new tires again. And of co...
Published on: Nov 10, 2022

Tire Replacement at Orcas Auto-Tech in Eastsound

New tire choices can be overwhelming for Eastsound 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 drive...
Published on: Oct 09, 2022

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: Jul 05, 2022

Simple Answers from Orcas Auto-Tech for Eastsound: Tire Rotation and Balancing

Question How do I know when I should get my tires rotated and balanced? Answer The interval for tire rotation could depend on a recommendation from either the tire manufacturer or the vehicle maker...
Published on: Dec 06, 2021

Simple Answers from Orcas Auto-Tech in Eastsound: Winter Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:What is the benefit of winter tires?Orcas Auto-Tech Answer:This is a really good question. Most new vehicles in Eastsound come with all-season tires that work pretty well...
Published on: Oct 16, 2021

Upsizing Wheels and Tires in Eastsound

Hello Eastsound drivers! Let's pretend you have three doughnuts right in front of you for our discussion of upsizing wheels and tires. Hey, don't eat them now – you're going to need them later.M...
Published on: Oct 01, 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: Jun 26, 2021