Preferred Automotive Specialists
119 Township Line Road Jenkintown, PA 19046 | 215.379.1300

Tires and Wheels

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Simple Answers from Preferred Automotive Specialists for Jenkintown: 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: Feb 22, 2026

Jenkintown Tire Tread Depth - Washington vs. Lincoln

Let’s focus on the effect of tire tread depth on braking.  When talking about stopping power, we tend to focus on our brakes.  But our tires are where the rubber meets the road.  ...
Published on: Dec 21, 2025

Preferred Automotive Specialists Tech Question on Tire Wear

{{ image('MzM0') }} Preferred Automotive Specialists 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?Preferred Auto...
Published on: Jul 13, 2025

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: Mar 16, 2025

Tire Replacement at Preferred Automotive Specialists in Jenkintown

New tire choices can be overwhelming for Jenkintown 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 driv...
Published on: Sep 15, 2024

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: Dec 16, 2023

Tire Service At Preferred Automotive Specialists In Jenkintown

{{ image('MzE1') }} For most people buying tires in Jenkintown is a big deal, so consult with your friendly and knowledgeable Preferred Automotive Specialists tire professional about proper size, typ...
Published on: Sep 22, 2023

Selecting Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Preferred Automotive Specialists Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and...
Published on: Apr 13, 2023