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Any major tire repair shop will tell you that your tires are of the utmost importance when looking at the entire vehicle you drive. There are a lot of important parts on any vehicle to be sure, but the tires are what keep you literally rolling, and without them you can be up a creek very quickly. You might find yourself in a dangerous situation out on the road, and the possibility of having to react very quickly in such a situation is scary.

Considering the very real implications of having a tire blowout...

When you have a pet in your vehicle, it's usually a sign that things are going great - either you're going on vacation or you're just driving around with your furry friend. However, we at Piazza Honda of Philadelphia know the aftermath of this sort of situation, and it usually ends up being that animal's hair getting wherever it can in your car.

To deal with this accumulation of hair, there are a variety of methods available. While your mind might jump to the vacuum, the truth is that this likely won't cut it on its…

Take some appropriate steps to help protect your vehicle from mother nature during the winter months in Philadelphia. Road salt is a product that helps vehicles stay safe when the temperatures drop, but it can be pretty damaging to an automobile.

It's important to get your car washed through the winter months. It's a lot simpler to complete this process in the summer, but you don't want to let that road salt accumulate for too long. Make sure you get underneath the vehicle as well. This space can rust very quickly.

 

Getting the most out of your vehicle is something that you and every other owner in Philadelphia is after when they invest in an automobile. From tires to windshield wiper blades, there are so many variables that go into maintaining the integrity of the investment. Tires are one of the all-important factors in every vehicle.

Have you ever thought about the difference between all-season and winter tires? Probably not if you live in a place that doesn't see ice or snow becoming an issue on the roadways. 

There is nothing insignificant about taking care of a car. Don't assume anything recommended by mechanics and the manufacturer is "okay" to dismiss. So, when told your tire pressure must remain at a set PSI level, avoid letting the figure go above or below that number. Otherwise, problems, dangerous ones, may ensue.

A properly inflated tire contributes to appropriate balance and traction levels. Losing traction can lead to unsafe driving and a possible serious accident. Improperly inflated tires also come with a blowout risk. Statistics show traffic fatalities frequently 

Knowing about spare tires is a huge likelihood for drivers. However, knowing how many spare tires there are is something that can be a surprise to a lot of drivers. While you are going to know about the compact and full sized spare tires, each of the different sized tires have different types.

One thing to know about compact spare tires is that they are automatically temporary tires. Therefore, if you have to use a compact tire, then you are going to have to take the trip to the mechanic in order to get a new tire put on your…

There's nothing worse than arriving to the football stadium parking lot and realizing that you've forgotten some of the most important tailgating essentials. If you want to make sure that you're prepared ahead of time this year, use our Piazza Honda of Philadelphia tailgating essentials checklist to get yourself ready.

• You'll want to make sure that you have everything packed for cooking and serving of food. It's a good idea to have a tote of all your non-perishable supplies and you can just grab it each time you are heading out. This should include paper…

Do you use your vehicle to transport not only your kids to school but also some of their friends? Is your vehicle in good running condition or in need of some back to school service? Our team at Piazza Honda of Philadelphia wants you to be able to care for your car and keep it in the best possible shape for the commute each day. Here are some tips we have to offer.
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While you may be aware of how your tire tread impacts your driving, you may not know that over- or underinflating your tires can have a detrimental effect and even cause an accident.

Tire blowouts at freeway speeds can have a catastrophic effect. Avoid this possibility by keeping your tires in their proper inflation range. When your tires are too low, they cost you more money in gasoline and can also leave your tire unable to cope with potholes, potentially damaging your rims. A tire gauge will tell you the pressure, and you can check this against the limits written…

Piazza Honda of Philadelphia knows that some of the terminology surrounding vehicle features can be confusing. There is often confusion when it comes to the terms payload and towing capacity. Some think these two terms refer to the same thing. That is not the case.

Towing capacity refers to how much weight a vehicle can safely pull behind it. If you have a travel trailer for recreation or a load trailer for work, you need to pay particular attention to towing capacity. You want to make sure that any vehicle you purchase has a towing capacity that exceeds what you…