Auto Repair Blogs

HOW TO CHECK TIRE PRESSURE Knowing how to check tire pressure is one of the most important ways to keep your vehicle safe and ensure you’re getting the most life and the most mileage out of your tires. Any tire, regardless of price, brand, age, or wear, can lose air pressure over time. It is normal. It doesn’t automatically mean your tire is going bad or needs repairing or replacement. It just happens. Fortunately, checking the air pressure in your tires and inflating them when necessary are both very simple. What You’ll Need to Check Tire Pressure To check ...

HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU ROTATE YOUR TIRES? Your vehicle’s tires are built to last you tens of thousands of miles of drive time, but only if you give them the proper care (and this includes knowing how often you should rotate your tires). Sticking to a regular rotation schedule can keep your vehicle safe and in proper working order throughout the life of your tires. Yet as important and painless as the task is, it’s one aspect that too many vehicle owners seem to forget. In fact, a lot of drivers don’t pay any attention at all to their ...

WHY IS MY TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT ON? “Why is my tire pressure light on? Are my tires flat? Do I need to pull over? How much is this gonna cost me?” All valid questions when you notice that amber light on the dash pop on. Your tire pressure light is there to notify you that something may be a little off regarding your tire pressure. But no need to worry. Fortunately, in most cases it isn’t a “pull over to the side of the road, call for help, and start pricing out new tires” kind of alert. Your vehicle’s ...

Unfortunately, even the best of tires do not last forever...but how long DO tires last, you ask? That depends on a number of factors including road conditions, driving style, treadwear rating, and more. On average, you can expect to get around 50,000 to 60,000 miles out of a decent set before it’s time to replace your tires. Of course you can certainly get far beyond that if you invest in a higher quality tire, drive modestly, keep tires properly inflated, and have just a bit of luck on your side as well. On the flip side, there are countless ...

Assured Automotive in Eureka is now part of the Telle Tire & Auto Center family The same team of friendly, experienced professionals are still there - only the name and signage have changed. For over 15 years, Assured Automotive has proudly served the Eureka community. Recently, Assured Automotive became part of the Telle Tire & Auto Center family. Just like Assured Automotive, Telle Tire & Auto Center has built a reputation based on friendly service, family values, and of course, top-notch maintenance and service. We are pleased to bring our high quality of customer service, substantial years of experience, ...

Midtown Tire & Auto is now part of the Telle Tire & Auto family Telle Tire & Auto Centers is excited to announce its addition of a Midtown location, at the former Midtown Tire & Auto storefront off Lindell Blvd. For four generations and 75 years, Telle Tire & Auto Centers has served the St. Louis community and built a reputation based on friendly service, family values, and of course, top-notch maintenance and service. We are pleased to bring our high quality of customer service and substantial years of experience to the families of Midtown. Excellence in repairs and ...

Shamel Auto & Tire is now part of the Telle Tire & Auto family The families of the Bridgeton community have trusted Shamel Auto & Tire with their cars since 1985. Now, Shamel has joined forces with Telle Tire & Auto Centers—another family-owned and operated auto service company focused on establishing long-lasting relationships through excellent service. For four generations and more than 75 years, Telle Tire & Auto has served the St. Louis community and built a reputation based on friendly service, family values and, of course, top-notch service. Together, Shamel and Telle will provide you and your family ...

Meyer’s Automotive is now part of the Telle Tire & Auto Center family Different management, same great staff of customer service reps and technicians Telle Tire & Auto Centers is excited to announce its addition of a South County location, at the previous Meyer’s Automotive storefront off Lemay Ferry Road. The same team of friendly, experienced professional and the mission—to educate customers about the condition of their vehicle, provide top-notch service and ensure its continued operability—will remain. All that is changing is the management and signage. Together, the helpful, experienced Meyer’s staff and the customer-focused business model of Telle ...

Safeway Tire & Auto Center is now part of the Telle Tire & Auto Center family Since 1964, Safeway Tire & Auto Center has proudly served the St. Charles community. Recently, Safeway has become part of the Telle Tire & Auto Center family. Just like Safeway, Telle Tire & Auto Centers are family-owned and operated with a focus on building lasting relationships with customers like you. When you stop by the store, the same friendly faces you’ve come to know will be there. You can expect a stronger customer experience, with the same top-notch auto maintenance and repair service ...