Posted on 9/28/2022
As the leaves turn colors and the weather gets colder, you may notice another change occurring: a decrease in your vehicle’s fuel efficiency. There are a number of reasons your gas bill is going up just as the temperature drops. --The colder weather means your vehicle requires more time to reach its most fuel-efficient temperature, so short drives consume more gasoline than longer ones. --Allowing the vehicle to idle so that it is warmed before traveling burns fuel without increasing miles-per-gallon. --Colder air decreases tire pressure which increases rolling resistance. More resistance leads to the vehicle working harder thus burning more gasoline. --Heated seats and window defrosters require more power. Some causes of increased fuel consumption are unavoidable, but there are steps you can take to improve fuel efficiency as the weather turns colder. --Avoid idling your vehicle. Rather than waiting several minutes for the vehicle to warm u ... read more
Posted on 9/15/2022
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