Under Pressure in Brighton: TPMS
September 29, 2019
Have you noticed an increase in price when you get a flat tire fixed in Brighton, or have your tires rotated? It might be the result of your TPMS, or Tire Pressure Monitoring System.The federal government began requiring a TPMS system on 2008 model year passenger vehicles and light trucks. Some ... More
By the Numbers: Tire Replacement at Spartan Tire Brighton in Brighton
July 14, 2019
Ever notice that your tire is covered with writing? It's like some hieroglyphic art form. Of course, Brighton drivers know that it's not just graffiti, but to most of us, it might as well be. Would you like to know what all those codes on your tire mean? It won't lead you to buried treasure, but ... More
How Much is Enough for Brighton Auto Owners? Tire Tread Depth
March 17, 2019
Most Brighton 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 no tread at all when we think of a bald tire. And when we take our vehicles in for preventive maintenance, the tech... More
Why Wheel Balancing and Tire Rotation Save You Money on Tires
February 3, 2019
Brighton drivers want their tires to last as long as possible. Two ways to extend tire life are wheel balancing and tire rotation.When wheels are out of balance, they wobble and vibrate. That makes the tires wear in a cupping pattern. If a front wheel is out of balance you'll feel it in the steer... More
Talk to Spartan Tire Brighton About New Shoes for Your Vehicle
January 7, 2019
Custom wheels are one way that Brighton folks express themselves and personalize their vehicle. But they aren't as cheap and easy as sticking decals on your back window. There are several factors that need to be considered, including cost, the fit of the wheel, modifications that will have to be... More
The Spartan Tire Brighton Guide to Tire Specs
September 9, 2018
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 Brighton service center you keep repeating it over and over. You even say it over in your mind while waiting in line. Then you get to the counter and the mana... More
Wheel Balancing at Spartan Tire Brighton
September 2, 2018
So you love your job, and your family life is great. Congratulations! You have achieved balance. But can you say the same for your wheels? Brighton drivers can tell if their tires are out of balance by vibrations at higher speeds on Michigan roads. If one of the front tires is out, you feel the ... More
Selecting New Tires and Wheels
June 25, 2018
Some of us Brighton drivers just love tires. All those little rubber hairs on new tires and the smell is wonderful. We live in a great time for tires. No matter how you drive around Michigan, where you want to go or the look you're after; there is a tire for you.The same is true about wheels. The... More
Treat Your Vehicle to Good Tires at Spartan Tire Brighton
June 14, 2018
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 pair, there really is no difference in cost. If you like having a closet full of shoes to match yo... More
Automotive Tips from Spartan Tire Brighton: When to Replace a Damaged Tire
April 29, 2018
Repair or Replace? Thats a question Brighton drivers ask when they have tire damage. Some punctures cannot be repaired because of their size or location. Punctures larger than a quarter of an inch (6.4 mm) are considered too large to be safely repaired. Punctures in the sidewall or near the shoul... More