As gas prices rise and EV charging stations become more accessible, electric vehicles increase in popularity. Unfortunately, the increased demand and limited supply have also made EV prices spike. As a result, drivers have started taking matters into their own hands—converting their gas-powered vehicles into electric. How Do Electric Vehicle Conversions Work? There are a …
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It is that time of year again: yellow clouds of pollen collect on your vehicle everywhere you go. Not only is pollen an unsightly allergy irritant, but it can also damage your vehicle. Thankfully, local car wash and detailing services can protect your car and keep you Driving Happy™. The mechanics at Chapel Hill Tire …
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Here at Chapel Hill Tire, we continually innovate our business to serve our customers better. In alignment with these efforts, we are proud to officially announce our newest service: mobile car wash and detailing. Our latest offering makes it easier than ever to access industry-leading detailing services. We invite you to read more about mobile …
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It is never fun to jump behind the wheel and find that your car won’t start. To make matters worse, many instructions on jump-starting do not provide any specifications or guidance specific to hybrid vehicles. So how do you jump-start a hybrid? The local mechanics at Chapel Hill Tire are here with a step-by-step guide. …
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Service advisor at our Durham location “As a service advisor, you know, we take phone calls. We ask what people need to bring their cars in for, maybe ask about previous work that’s been done on the car,” says Ben Moore, one of our long-time team members at our Durham location. “But what’s really important …
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In a world filled with constant distractions and endless to-do lists, it can be easy to get caught up in our own lives and forget to show gratitude and kindness to those around us. But the importance of being grateful and helpful cannot be overstated. That’s why we’ve made being grateful and helpful a part …
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“Those who are happiest are those who do the most for others.” — Booker T. Washington, American educator and Presidential advisor When we think of community, the first thing that comes to mind is giving back. Whether that’s as simple as sharing a friendly smile when you walk through the doors of one of our …
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Five hundred thousand miles: That’s about 200 trips from New York City to Los Angeles, a solid eight trips around the entire Earth, or just over enough miles to make a round trip to the moon and back. It’s common for a car or truck to rack up a couple hundred thousand miles in its …
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There are few things more frustrating than waking up early on an icy cold day, heading out to your car, turning the key — and getting a whole lot of nothing. A few clicks, maybe the start of a turnover, but no ignition. Unfortunately, finding your car battery dead on a cold winter’s day — …
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When you trust a mechanic with your vehicle, how do you know you’re getting quality care? One marker of trusted quality is Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification. Our local mechanics are here with everything you need to know about the vital role ASE certifications play within the auto industry. What is ASE Certification? In short, …
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