Lad's Auto
3832 16 St Se Calgary, AB T2G 3R7 403-263-0225

Tires and Wheels

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Read a Good Tire Lately? (Tire Wear)

There's lots of good information to read in books and online.  You might not know that you can also "read" your tires and learn a lot about what shape they're in and if they are in need of attent...
Published on: Feb 13, 2022

How Tired Are Your Tires? (Tire replacement)

Of the things you think about most, your tires are probably pretty far down the list. That’s understandable because today’s tires are engineered to do their job without needing you to pay ...
Published on: Jul 04, 2021

Winter Tires

Hey Calgary drivers, 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 for Calgary drivers in a...
Published on: Nov 01, 2020

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: Apr 05, 2020

Tire Replacement at Lad's Auto in Calgary

New tire choices can be overwhelming for Calgary 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 drive o...
Published on: Nov 24, 2019

Under Pressure: Your TPMS System

Flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances can all be the result of Calgary drivers driving around AB on under-inflated tires. Now, it’s hard to tell when a radial tire is under-infla...
Published on: May 26, 2019

Upsizing Wheels and Tires in Calgary

Let’s pretend you have three doughnuts right in front of you for our discussion of upsizing wheels and tires. Hey, don’t eat them now – you’re going to need them later.Many Cal...
Published on: May 05, 2019

The Fallacy of Cheap Tires Sold in Calgary

New tires are a big ticket item for most Calgary 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. ...
Published on: Feb 24, 2019