Kallemeyn Auto Center, Inc.
12145 S Ridgeland, Palos Heights, IL 60463 708.597.8040

Tires and Wheels

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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: Jul 26, 2023

Kallemeyn Auto Center, Inc. Tech Question on Tire Wear

{{ image('MzM0') }} Kallemeyn Auto Center, Inc. Tech Question:My name is Dan. My vehicle tires wore out early and I had to replace them. What can I do to make my tires last longer?Kallemeyn Auto Cent...
Published on: Jul 17, 2022

Simple Answers from Kallemeyn Auto Center, Inc. for Palos Heights: 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: Aug 01, 2021

Nailed It! (Tire Repairs)

We've all been there.  You park somewhere only to return and find one of your tires is flat; you've picked up a nail on the road.  You're hoping you can just have it patched and be on your w...
Published on: May 26, 2021

Simple Answers from Kallemeyn Auto Center, Inc. for Palos Heights: 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: Feb 01, 2021

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: Jul 19, 2020

Winter Tires

Let’s talk about winter tires.  We’re not talking about all-season tires here, but dedicated winter tires. Modern winter tires do a terrific job in a wide range of winter conditions....
Published on: Oct 20, 2019

The Fallacy of Cheap Tires Sold in Palos Heights

New tires are a big ticket item for most Palos Heights 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 o...
Published on: Jun 28, 2019