A-Plus Auto Service
3611 N. Grape Road, Mishawaka, IN 46545 574.256.8000

Tires and Wheels

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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: Feb 28, 2023

Are You Going Nuts? (Lug Nut Replacement)

If your vehicle has a few years on it, you've no doubt had your tires rotated a few times. That means, of course, that a technician has loosened the lug nuts (which hold the wheels on) to remove the w...
Published on: Jan 23, 2022

Tire Replacement at A-Plus Auto Service in Mishawaka

New tire choices can be overwhelming for Mishawaka 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 26, 2021

Simple Answers from A-Plus Auto Service in Mishawaka: Winter Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:What is the benefit of winter tires?A-Plus Auto Service Answer:This is a really good question. Most new vehicles in Mishawaka come with all-season tires that work pretty ...
Published on: Mar 09, 2021

A-Plus Auto Service Tech Question on Tire Wear

{{ image('MzM0') }} A-Plus Auto Service Tech Question:My name is Dan. My vehicle tires wore out early and I had to replace them. What can I do to make my tires last longer?A-Plus Auto Service Answer:...
Published on: Nov 25, 2020

Simple Answers from A-Plus Auto Service for Mishawaka: Tire Tread Depth

Question How can I tell when my tires are worn so much that they need to be replaced? Answer That is a very important question.  As we discuss the matter, keep in mind that one of the most imp...
Published on: Aug 28, 2020

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: Jul 10, 2020

Tire Rotation and Balancing

You can make your tires last longer with regular tire rotation and wheel balancing.  Let’s start with tire rotation.  In normal driving, your front tires wear more on the shoulders bec...
Published on: Apr 28, 2019