Martin Automotive, LLC.
2136 Washington Road, Washington, IL 61571 309.745.9513

Tires and Wheels

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Selecting Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Martin Automotive, LLC. Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Value. ...
Published on: Feb 07, 2023

Winter Tires

Let’s talk about winter tires.  We’re not talking about all-season tires here, but dedicated winter tires. Modern winter tires do a terrific job in a wide range of winter conditions....
Published on: Dec 19, 2021

Tire Replacement at Martin Automotive, LLC. in Washington

New tire choices can be overwhelming for Washington 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 driv...
Published on: Nov 14, 2021

Selecting Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Martin Automotive, LLC. Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Value. ...
Published on: Oct 08, 2021

The Fallacy of Cheap Tires Sold in Washington

New tires are a big ticket item for most Washington drivers. You're not only concerned about the price, but you want to know that it'll be a long time before you need to buy new tires again. And of c...
Published on: Dec 24, 2020

Martin Automotive, LLC. Tech Question on Tire Wear

{{ image('MzM0') }} Martin Automotive, LLC. 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?Martin Automotive, LLC....
Published on: Jul 25, 2020

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: Dec 02, 2019

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: Nov 24, 2019