Tires and Wheels

  • Treat Your Vehicle to Good Tires at Rick's Automotive
    When we shop for shoes, most of us know that we can get two pairs of cheap shoes or one good pair for about the same price. And since the two cheap pairs wear out in about the same time as the good ...
    Published on: Jun 17, 2015
  • Helping Springfield Drivers Get the Right Tires
    Every Springfield vehicle owner has to purchase tires at some time or another, so it's a good idea to understand what the choices are. The best seasonal performance is achieved by purchasing tires t...
    Published on: Feb 10, 2015
  • Keep Your Tires Well Rounded in Springfield: Tire Rotation and Wheel Balancing at Rick's Automotive
    Taking care of our tires is part of vehicle care for Springfield drivers. We know they have to be replaced when they wear out, but tires also require some preventive maintenance. This maintenan...
    Published on: Jul 15, 2015
  • How Much is Enough for Springfield Auto Owners? Tire Tread Depth
    Most Springfield drivers know that tires wear out and that the wear has to do with tread depth. Most of us have heard that “bald” tires are dangerous, but most of us picture a tire with ...
    Published on: Apr 24, 2015
  • Go Big or Go Home: Upsize Your Wheels at Rick's Automotive
    A lot of us Springfield drivers like our vehicles to reflect our personalities. We're picky about color and body style. We'll customize anything from floor mats to window tints to license plates. On...
    Published on: Oct 20, 2015
  • Below 45 Degrees in Springfield: Consider Winter Tires
    Remember snow tires? They were basically just regular tires with big, knobby lugs to get them through deep snow. They were loud and rode hard, and Springfield drivers couldn't wait to get them off t...
    Published on: Aug 12, 2015
  • Automotive Tips from Rick's Automotive: When to Replace a Damaged Tire
    Repair or Replace? That’s a question Springfield drivers ask when they have tire damage. Some punctures cannot be repaired because of their size or location. Punctures larger than a quarter...
    Published on: Nov 06, 2015
  • Automotive Tips from Rick's Automotive: Where Should New Tires Be Placed
    When Springfield drivers need to replace tires, they need to know how many they should get and on which axle they should be placed. Replacing a damaged tire may leave you with three others with signif...
    Published on: Apr 03, 2016
  • Winter Tires
    What type of technology do you use? Do you prefer an 8-track tape or an iPod? When it comes to winter tires, much of Springfield driver's perception dates back to when 8-track was the best way to list...
    Published on: May 16, 2016
  • By the Numbers: Tire Replacement at Rick's Automotive in Springfield
    Ever notice that your tire is covered with writing? It's like some hieroglyphic art form. Of course, Springfield drivers know that it's not just graffiti, but to most of us, it might as well be. Would...
    Published on: May 01, 2017
  • Picking the Right Tires in Springfield
    Shopping for tires in Springfield 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...
    Published on: May 16, 2017
  • Under Pressure in Springfield: TPMS
    Have you noticed an increase in price when you get a flat tire fixed in Springfield, or have your tires rotated? It might be the result of your TPMS, or Tire Pressure Monitoring System.The federal g...
    Published on: May 23, 2017
  • Beware of Cheap Tires in Springfield
    Do you like to shop for shoes in Springfield?When buying a running shoe, is quality important?Does durability matter as long as the shoes look fabulous?Would you rather have one pair of long lasting...
    Published on: Aug 21, 2017
  • Shake It up in Springfield!: Why Wheel Balancing
    Our vehicles are not massage chairs. While we may enjoy a good vibration in an overstuffed recliner, we generally want as smooth a ride as possible in our vehicles. One way to achieve this is to kee...
    Published on: Dec 03, 2017
  • Getting the Right Tires and Wheels in Springfield
    A lot of people get custom wheels in Springfield. 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...
    Published on: Feb 12, 2018
  • The Rick's Automotive Guide to Tire Specs
    You know you need new tires, but you're not sure what type. You look at a tire to get the size: 225, 50, R, 16, 92, H. All the way to the Springfield service center you keep repeating it o...
    Published on: Apr 01, 2018
  • Buying the Right Tires and Wheels in Springfield, Missouri
    Everyone in Springfield, Missouri eventually replaces their tires, whether it's because they're worn out or they're just looking for something different. There are so many great tire choices in Spri...
    Published on: May 01, 2018
  • Automotive Tips from Rick's Automotive: Tire Replacement Overview
    Tires are an expensive purchase, so knowing when tires should be replaced is important for Springfield drivers. Tires will just wear out with normal use. The depth of the tread on your tire ...
    Published on: May 20, 2018
  • Talk to Rick's Automotive About New Shoes for Your Vehicle
    Custom wheels are one way that Springfield folks express themselves and personalize their vehicle. But they aren't as cheap and easy as sticking decals on your back window. There are sever...
    Published on: Jan 01, 2019
  • Rick's Automotive Advice on Buying New Tires
    Today's tires and wheels offer a lot of options for every Springfield driver's style, habits and driving conditions.Tires are designed for high-performance in winter or summer and even come in a lon...
    Published on: Feb 17, 2019