Village Center Auto Care
239 U.S. 1, Scarborough, ME 04074 207.883.2557

Tires and Wheels

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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: Feb 27, 2023

Simple Answers from Village Center Auto Care for Scarborough: Tire Rotation and Balancing

Question How do I know when I should get my tires rotated and balanced? Answer The interval for tire rotation could depend on a recommendation from either the tire manufacturer or the vehicle maker...
Published on: Jul 09, 2022

Tire Replacement at Village Center Auto Care in Scarborough

New tire choices can be overwhelming for Scarborough 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 dri...
Published on: Mar 13, 2022

Simple Answers from Village Center Auto Care for Scarborough: Tire Tread Depth

Question How can I tell when my tires are worn so much that they need to be replaced? Answer That is a very important question.  As we discuss the matter, keep in mind that one of the most imp...
Published on: Jan 02, 2022

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: Jan 15, 2021

Selecting Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Village Center Auto Care Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Value. ...
Published on: Sep 15, 2020

The Fallacy of Cheap Tires Sold in Scarborough

New tires are a big ticket item for most Scarborough 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 ...
Published on: May 17, 2020

Tire Rotation and Balancing

You can make your tires last longer with regular tire rotation and wheel balancing.  Let’s start with tire rotation.  In normal driving, your front tires wear more on the shoulders bec...
Published on: Nov 26, 2019