As temperatures increase in Gainesville, VA, many motorists visit our shop to find their tire lights coming on and the mileage of their vehicle falling. In the majority of cases, it is due to something simple: heat and fluctuating tire pressure. We are at Advanced Automotive Gainesville, and we’ve witnessed this all summer long. A very frequent query drivers have is “Why does my tire pressure keep changing when it’s hot outside?” This is a thorough breakdown of how heat impacts your tire pressure, how it affects your fuel efficiency, and how you can ensure that your car stays secure and efficient throughout…
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How To Prepare your Car for a Long Trip?
A week or so before you leave, have regular maintenance done, like oil and filter change. Specifically, ask the auto repair shop to check the air filter and change it if necessary. Changing the air filter is an inexpensive way to enhance fuel economy and performance. Also have them check the tires again. If the pressure has gone down since the last check, you may have a leak that can be fixed on the spot. HAVE YOUR REPAIR SHOP CHECK THE TIRE PRESSURE AND ADJUST IT If the pressure is too low, it can cause a blowout at high speed….
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