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Yearly Archives: 2020

New Year’s Resolutions for Having a Happier and Healthier Vehicle

2021 is officially here, and we couldn’t be more excited to see what the New Year holds for us. We are also so grateful for our clients’ continued support, and we look forward to seeing you and servicing your vehicle in the school year. The team at South Park Tire & Auto Center wishes you a safe and happy New Year!  The New Year is also the time for fresh starts. For many of us, we are already starting to think of our New Year’s resolutions. The team at South Park Tire & Auto Center is here to help. We spend so much time in our vehicles that they are practically a member of our families. It makes sense to think of resolutions geared toward our vehicles. Here are our New Year’s resolutions for having a happier and healthier vehicle:  Replace your engine air filter. Your engine air filter prevents debris and dirt from entering your engine. When your air filter needs to be replaced, all those contaminants can build up and harm your vehicle. It i ... read more

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How the Cold Weather Affects Your Vehicle

How the Cold Weather Affects Your Vehicle

Winter doesn’t just affect us -- it affects our vehicle too. With winter quickly approaching, we will be breaking out our scarves, jackets, and other cold-weather items. Just like how we are preparing for winter, our vehicle needs to prepare too. Cold temperatures can negatively affect individual components of your vehicle, which subsequently affect your vehicle’s performance.  We encourage you to bring your vehicle to our shop, so our technicians can thoroughly inspect the following parts of your vehicle and provide a little extra TLC if needed:  Tires: When your tires are exposed to cold temperatures, the air in your tires will contract, which leads to your tire pressure dropping. Low tire pressure can result in poor traction and, even in difficult situations, tire failure pressure. Also, the chilly air can cause the rubber on your tires to harden, making it harder for your tires to gain traction on the road.  Battery: During winter, we use specific elec ... read more

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5 Fall Car Care Tips For Your Tires

Time flies by and it is officially Fall. When we think of Autumn, we think of falling leaves, hot chocolate, and pumpkins, but it is also a perfect time to take care of your vehicle. Fall is an excellent time to start preparing for winter, as many of us will drive in wet, snowy, or chilly weather this autumn. To prepare for the upcoming weather changes, the team at South Park Tire & Auto has compiled areas of your vehicle that need a little extra TLC:  Don’t forget about your tire pressure! Our technicians certainly have not! Tires can actually lose one pound of pressure for every 10 degrees of Fahrenheit. During autumn, the temperatures begin to make their descent, so right now is an excellent time to have your tire pressure inspected by our team.  Think about making the switch to winter tires! Once your temperature drops below 45 degrees Fahrenheit, your tire’s ability to grip the road quickly decreases, especially if that tire is all-season. If you are d ... read more

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Halloween Tutorial: How To Dress Up Your Car

Halloween Tutorial: How To Dress Up Your Car

We recognize that Halloween might look a little different this year, especially since it is the COVID-19 era. If you are struggling to think of how to celebrate Halloween, we would recommend trunk or treating! It is a fun, festive, and family-friendly way to celebrate Halloween that involves candy, cars, and costumes.  We also love how trunk or treating involves your vehicle -- it is an excellent way to bring your whole family together as you decide how to dress up your car to commemorate the holiday. You could go for a scary look, or even recreate your children’s favorite movie. Here are a few ideas of how to dress up your vehicle for Halloween:  How about coffee and cars?  We love this classic Halloween look!    Who else loves Harry Potter?    If your family is a fan of the “Wizard of Oz,” this would be a great option!  These are just a few ideas of what you and your family can do for Halloween, but the South Park Tire &am ... read more

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Goldilocks and The Three Bears is a Lot Like Tire Pressure

Goldilocks and The Three Bears is a Lot Like Tire Pressure

Maintaining your tires is one of the most important vehicle safety components, regardless of whether you are driving an SUV, truck, or car. Not only does it ensure your safety, but it also provides the safety of your passengers and other drivers on the road. If your vehicle runs out of gas, you will slowly come to a stop. If an engine doesn’t receive preventative maintenance, it, most likely, will refuse to start. Driving on vehicles with incorrect tire pressure is risky -- disaster could strike at any time and any speed, as it affects how your vehicle responds to steering and braking input. Tires with incorrect pressure aren’t only dangerous, but can also change your vehicle’s gas mileage and overall performance.  When you drive on underinflated tires, the contact patch between your car and the road surface increases, this increased contact patch leads to more friction between the tire and road surface, which results in more wear on the tire and fuel consumptio ... read more

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Back-to-School Season -- How to Drive Safely In School Zones

Back-to-School Season -- How to Drive Safely In School Zones

Even though the school's status in the fall (whether it will be online or on-campus) is up in the air, so to speak, it is still essential to take certain precautions when driving near a school zone. It is easy to get lost in our head during our drive, or perhaps, you are late to work and have to make a mad dash through a school zone. Either way, it is imperative to slow down, monitor your surroundings, and keep your eyes peeled for eager little ones.  If you are dropping your little one off at school or have to drive through a school zone to get to work, we recommend reading and following these tips and tips designed to ensure you drive safely in school zones:  Just in case you didn’t know -- it is illegal to pass a school bus from behind. If you see a bus stopped, and children are either getting on or off, make sure you come to a stop and patiently wait. One of the most common bus-related accidents involving children is caused by drivers illegally passing a stopp ... read more

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Why You Need Maintenance to Make Sure Your Vehicle Doesn’t Overheat in the Summer

Why You Need Maintenance to Make Sure Your Vehicle Doesn’t Overheat in the Summer

Summer can certainly take a toll on your vehicle. Just like how you have to break out your bathing suit, generously apply your sunscreen, and drink plenty of water, your vehicle also needs a little extra TLC. Without proper maintenance, your vehicle will be prone to overheating, since it will be working extra hard in the scorching summer heat.  The team at South Park Tire & Auto Center recommends these maintenance services to ensure your vehicle doesn’t overheat in the summer:  Your vehicle will need an oil service. Your vehicle’s oil keeps your engine lubricated, which will reduce friction and any heat buildup in your engine. Because of high temperatures, your vehicle is more likely to overheat in the summer, so your oil is even more crucial in providing that essential lubrication.  While you are at, make sure all your fluids are inspected. In fact, all the fluids in your vehicle play an important role in keeping your vehicle cool and comfortable in t ... read more

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5 Most Preventable Auto Repairs

5 Most Preventable Auto Repairs

Auto repair can be stressful, but these worrisome situations can be easily prevented with routine preventative maintenance. The team at South Park Tire & Auto is here to help keep your vehicles running in tip-top shape, and to do so; we can’t emphasize the importance of preventative maintenance enough. Oil changes, fluid level checks, tire rotations, and other services need to be performed at certain intervals. If you neglect these services, you might run into easily prevented auto repairs.  Here are the five most preventable auto repairs:  Transmission Replacement: When you think of expensive car repairs, the one that usually comes to mind is transmission replacement. Without a properly working transmission, your vehicle won’t move -- it transfers power from the engine to your wheels. To keep your transmission working correctly, preventative maintenance is a must. Your transmission’s fluid needs to be checked routinely, and if you neglect this service ... read more

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Upcoming Specials at South Park Tire & Auto

Upcoming Specials at South Park Tire & Auto

The team at South Park Tire & Auto appreciates you. We are grateful for each and every one of our clients, which is why we offer you several ongoing specials to choose from. During these difficult and unprecedented times, we may find ourselves sticking a strict budget, and we may find this regime to be especially stressful. However, the team at South Park Tire & Auto recognizes that you have enough to worry about. We are here to ease your worries by offering services designed to secure the health and safety of your vehicle. We are trying our best to make auto repair easy for you and your family. Take a look at the upcoming specials we offer at South Park Tire & Auto in Littleton, CO. If you have any questions; we encourage you to ask.  GOOD YEAR REBATE; GET UP TO $150 CASH BACK -- When you purchase a set of four (4) Good Year select tires receive up to $150 in rebates. Cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts. See shop for details.  MAINTENANCE SPE ... read more

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Which Type of Gasoline is Right For You?

Which Type of Gasoline is Right For You?

We have all been to the gas station and seen the three types of gasoline. Have you ever wondered which gasoline is best for your vehicle, or even if there is a gasoline right for your make and model of car? The team at South Park Tire & Auto is here to help answer all your questions about which gasoline is right for your vehicle.  What type of gas your vehicle should use depends on what level of octane your vehicle requires. Typically, regular fuel is 87 octane, premium is 91 or 93, and mid grade is often 89. Octane measures the gasoline’s resistance to preignition; the higher the octane, the less likely it will be to detonate. What does mean for you, and what type of gas your vehicle needs? Your car’s owner manual will specify which level of octane your car requires. For example, if the owner manuel says 91-93 level octane, you should only use premium gas.  Some engines use a higher compression ratio to produce more power, which means they compress the fuel ... read more

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