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A flat tire or a tire blowout can be a nerve-wracking experience, particularly if you're unsure how to handle it. But don't worry! With a few straightforward steps and a bit of know-how, you can manage these situations with confidence. This guide will show you what to do in each case to ensure safety and get back on the road swiftly.   Flat Tire While Driving: Stay Calm: If you notice a flat tire while driving, stay composed. Keep a steady grip on the steering wheel and ma...

Why it’s Important to Avoid Wisconsin Potholes in the Spring  Every year as the temperatures begin to fluctuate between the deep freeze of winter and the thawing of spring in many areas of the country, our roads will quickly become littered with holes, both big and small, that can cause grave damage to your vehicle and tires. What Causes Potholes?  Water seeps into the cracks and crevices of asphalt roads. When it freezes and expands, it starts to push the underlying dirt and gravel...

Did you know an estimated 60% of roadside breakdowns are due to tire issues? What if getting a flat was no longer something you had to worry about? What if we told you that not all tires have to be filled with air? Innovations in tire technology have made tires more reliable, even in the instance of dealing with flats. From foam inserts to self-sealing tires, tire manufacturers keep finding new and innovative ways to keep you rolling longer and safer. The first “run flat” technology was creat...

Tires have changed as the paths we travel on have evolved. From the first rubber bicycle tires to high end racing tires, tire manufacturers continue to invent new ways to improve modern modes of transportation. Read the blog and listen to the podcast here. Rob: Welcome to our podcast. All about the car brought to you by Scheirl Tire and Service. I'm your host, Rob Hoffman an auto service specialist with over 44 years of industry experience, Back again with me today, our regular guests, Brian C...

TPMS stands for “Tire Pressure Monitoring System”. This feature, created with safety in mind, helps to alert you when the pressure in one or more of your tires falls outside the optimal range. The system was first seen in European luxury cars in the 1980s. Here in the United States, the 1997 Chevrolet Corvette was the first model to include factory installed TPMS. This system is a fairly recent addition to vehicles, and it wasn’t until 2007 when all cars were required to have TPMS. With the...

We love living in Wisconsin. A place where we get to experience all four seasons—from the sunny, sweaty temperatures of summer to the chilly, snowy weather in winter.  When the seasons change, we usually need to make some changes to our wardrobes and our homes to keep up. For example, when the temperature drops, you pack away your tank tops and shorts and pull out your parkas and snow boots. You store your patio furniture in the shed and pull out your snowblower.    Your vehicle might need so...

Tailgating is a beloved American pastime that brings communities together and satisfies the need for comradery through a shared allegiance to a team or event, good food, great friends and maybe a drink or two. Join the All About The Car Podcast team in this week’s episode where they talk about one of their favorite topics and take a trip to Lambeau Field! History of Tailgating   The practice of tailgating may have begun in the 1800s according to National Geographic. The term “tailgating” wa...

Tires have changed as the paths we travel on have evolved. From the first rubber bicycle tires to high end racing tires, tire manufacturers continue to invent new ways to improve modern modes of transportation. 5 Major Contributors in Tire Innovation Tire manufacturers are constantly researching and developing new and improved tire technology to give tires longer life and make for smoother rides. In this episode of All About The Car, the team travels back in time to learn about five contribu...

Tires are everywhere. From your truck to the wheelbarrow in your shed to the golf cart at the country club, it’s safe to say that tires help us every day in many ways. With so many uses and applications, tires have become more specialized than ever before. Things like rubber composition, tread design and load carrying capacity are carefully engineered so tires can meet specific needs. In Wisconsin, specialty tires are used for travel, industrial machinery, lawncare, recreation and more. Let’...

We’ve all been there – you unknowingly run over a nail or a broken bottle on your way to work. You didn’t even know you did it, but your tire will let you know soon enough! It leaks all day until you walk out to your car only to find that it’s flatter than the pancakes you had for breakfast.       Come on! You’ve got things to do and places to be. You don’t have time for a flat tire!      So, what can you do? Cry. Yell. Call Dad. Curse your rotten luck!      You can do all of these. But ...