Picking the Right Tires in Tucson Shopping for tires in Tucson can be bewildering because there are many choices. Let’s simplify. There are four main classifications of tires, each designed for different purposes. First off, there are summer tires. Those who buy summer tires in Tucson are looking for maximum summertime performance. The rubber is […]

Getting the Right Tires and Wheels in Tucson A lot of people get custom wheels in Tucson. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you’re not careful. Sometimes, once they’re mounted, they just don’t fit right. The tires rub in turns or on bumps. You […]

Coolant/Antifreeze Service in Tucson, AZ A vehicle’s engine creates a lot of heat – so much heat, that if it is not properly cooled, the engine can lock up, resulting in massive damage and repair bills. But when everything is working right, your vehicle engine operates at the proper temperature and all is well. Without […]

Synthetic Oil for Tucson Autos If you are a driver in Tucson and you aren’t currently using synthetic motor oil in your vehicle, maybe now’s the time to consider it. Need more information? Well, synthetic motor oil is a substitute for petroleum based oil. Synthetic oil doesn’t gel or gum-up like petroleum based oil and […]

Tucson Tire Repair Most Tucson residents have experienced a flat tire. You know it’s inconvenient and a pain. Our tires are important. Keeping them in good working order isn’t just a big safety issue for Tucson drivers – it also has a financial impact. With high AZ gas prices, we’ve all heard about the importance […]

Technician Training at Advantage Auto Repair & Transmisson It’s also very important to your Tucson service center to keep you happy and on the road. You might be surprised at the amount of money our Tucson auto service center spends annually to make sure our friendly and knowledgeable technicians are properly trained. Classroom, video and […]

Stay Headed in the Right Direction, Tucson In addition to providing a boost, the fluid cleans, cools and lubricates the power steering system. Over time, the lubricants and detergents diminish so Tucson drivers need to replace their old fluid with clean, fresh fluid periodically. Excess moisture can collect in the power steering fluid as well. […]

Hitting the Brakes in Tucson Safety should always be an element of your vehicle care. So even if you don’t care about how your vehicle looks, you should practice preventive maintenance to protect yourself — and other Tucson drivers — on the road. And good safety starts with good brakes. Brakes need a regular inspection. […]

Give Your Engine Clean Fuel with a New Fuel Filter from Advantage Auto Repair & Transmisson Your vehicle requires plenty of clean fuel to run. If your fuel contains contaminants, your fuel injectors will eventually become clogged up. When this happens, your vehicle engine may not get the proper amount of fuel at the correct […]

Severe Service Requirements A lot of Tucson drivers have asked whether or not they should use their severe service maintenance schedule, which is listed in their vehicle’s owner’s 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 […]