Tire Seasons Explained When it comes to buying new tires, much of the terminology can be hard to navigate. One particular source of confusion is tire seasons. This term refers to various tire compositions, each of which is best suited for a different road condition and climate. There are four popular tire seasons: summer (performance) …
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Here at Chapel Hill Tire, our local tire business thrives because of our loyal customers and community support. However, our customers return time and time again because they receive a higher standard of service than offered by wholesale tire shops or nationwide chains. Here is a closer look at 8 benefits of buying from a …
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Building a company that says “yes” to creative solutions “Strive for excellence” is one of our core values. That doesn’t just mean doing our routine tasks as well as we can, it means always thinking about — and finding — new and better ways to do our work and serve our customers. As we continue …
For Chapel Hill’s Police Chief, a strong community is built on strong relationships As a Chapel Hill local for more than 40 years, Chris Blue has seen a lot of change in our growing city. Even so, he recognizes that “In many ways this is still a small town. It’s the kind of place where …
Always glad to see you, always ready to listen, and all about treating each other like family If you take your car to our Cole Park shop, you have probably met Peter. As the manager of that location, he has been welcoming customers there since 2014. Initially, Peter was drawn to Chapel Hill Tire because …
Believe it or not, fried chicken can teach you a lot about brake fluid When you step on your brake pedal, you are applying about 300 pounds of force to your wheels. Doesn’t feel like it, does it? That’s because your car’s hydraulic braking system amplifies your 70 or so pounds of foot pressure to …
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We all know the dreaded feeling: you notice something feels astray in your vehicle’s performance. You look down and notice a disquieting warning light on your dashboard. Or maybe your vehicle is driving fine when you notice your dashboard light, leaving you anticipating an endless list of possible vehicle issues. Sometimes, these service needs are …
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As the temperatures continue to drop, your vehicle will begin to feel the effects of colder seasons. Many drivers use the early fall to prepare their vehicles for the impacts of colder weather. Here is a closer look at how the cold weather affects your vehicle and how you can prepare for lower temperatures. Tire …
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As the weather cools down, your tire pressure may drop with the temperatures. You might find yourself needing tire inflation. The local mechanics at Chapel Hill Tire are here to help! Here is what you need to know about low tire pressure. Tire Pressure Overview Tire pressure is measured in PSI (pound-force per square inch). …
The US used tire market is fairly unregulated, which can have drivers losing money on dishonest sales. Worse even, these trades can quickly lead to accidents if a driver is left with unsafe tires. At Chapel Hill Tire, we prioritize safety when it comes to our customers. As your local tire experts, we wanted to …