Maryland and Delaware Auto Repair

Perhaps the most satisfying part of our job at Admiral Tire and Auto is ensuring that customers are driving safe vehicles as they commute to work and transport their families to school, rehearsals, or vacation. One of the best ways for everyone to keep their vehicle safe is to have tires with an optimal tread depth. Tires with a depth between 9/32” and 12/32” are considered in the optimal range. At 4/32” of tread depth, a tire’s ability to evacuate rain and snow is greatly diminished. Any tire with a tread depth below 2/32” is unsafe and should be replaced immediately. While those measurements may seem intimidating, there are some simple methods to checking your tires’ depth.  All tires come with tread wear indicators which are tiny bars spaced out between the grooves in the tire. When those bars become even with the tread, it is time to repla ... read more

There isn’t much that feels better than the smooth, quiet, comfortable ride while driving on four new tires.  What could make it feel even better? How about getting $100 from General Tire?  From September 1, 2022 through October 31, 2022, customers can receive up to $100 General Tire Visa Prepaid Card with the purchase of a set of four qualifying light truck/SUV tires.  The experienced sales managers at Admiral Tire and Auto Centers are happy to help you select the perfect tire for your vehicle.  Once tires are mounted and balanced, customers should enter their claim online by November 30, 2022. Mail-in forms are also available in store.    Reward Card Value Qualifying Tire Models $100   Grabber A/TX    Grabber X3 $70 Grabber APT    Grabber HTS60    Grabber UHP    Reliatrek HT $50 AlitMAX 365AW        Alt ... read more

They seem to be everywhere right now. No, we’re not talking about political campaign commercials or pumpkin-flavored coffee drinks. Rather it’s ‘Help Wanted’ signs that are posted in just about every store front you visit these days. The phenomenon known as “The Great Resignation” has impacted nearly every industry causing nationwide labor shortages.  And the automotive service sector is no exception. Not only should employers be concerned, but Forbes reports that labor woes combined with parts shortages may result in increased costs and wait times for customers.  The labor shortage in the automotive service industry does not appear to be a temporary issue. The ... read more

A customer recently asked, “Why do I need an alignment? Didn’t you guys balance the tires?” Both balancing tires and correcting an alignment are essential to car maintenance and a smooth ride.  A wheel balance corrects uneven distribution of weight which can lead to vibration, excessive tire wear, damage to the suspension, and other problems.    Tires may be out of balance due to lack of use or from striking curbs, potholes, or debris. If you notice vibrations while driving or that your tires are wearing unevenly, then you may need one or more wheels balanced. To correct this problem, one of our technicians will use a machine which indicates precisely where they should apply additional weights to balance the wheel assembly.   Tires should be balanced as part of a tire rotation, after a flat tire repair, or as part of routine maintenance.    While wheel balancing is about weight, an alignment is all about angles.    An ... read more