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Steve’s Auto Repair & Tire now a Dunlop tire dealer

In Shop Talk, Tires and Wheels by Steves Auto Repair and TireNovember 9, 2016

Dunlop Direzza Sport Performance Tire

Steve’s Auto Repair & Tire is proud to say that we’re now a certified Dunlop tire dealer.

By being a Dunlop tire dealer, Steve’s will now be stocked with the full line of Dunlop tires, with the most updated equipment and tools to help take care of your vehicle.

“All Dunlop tires come with a 30 day pledge. This gives our customers 30 days behind the wheel to determine if Dunlop tires are the right fit for their vehicle and driving style. And if they aren’t 100% satisfied, we can exchange them with another set of eligible tires within 30 days of that purchase,” said Steve’s Service Manager Gabe Guarino.

Dunlop Rover All Terrrain Tire for Trucks and SUV’s

There is the added bonus that all Steve’s customers can now take advantage of any rebates that Dunlop offers on their tires.

Dunlop Tire options

Dunlop carries several popular models in stock that you can get at Steve’s, including the Direzza DZ102, the Dunlop Signature II, and the Dunlop Grandtrek SJ6.

The Direzza DZ102 tire is popular for Acura TLs, the Ford Focus, Mustangs, Honda Accords, Nissan Altimas and Maximas, Toyota Camrys and Corollas, and VW Jettas.

The Dunlop Signature IIs are popular for Chevy Cobalts and Equinoxes, Chrysler 300s and Sebrings, the Ford Focus and Ford Fusions, Honda Civics, Nissan Sentras and Versas, and Toyota Echos and Solaras.

Dunlop All Season Tire

The Dunlop Grandtek SJ6s are popular for Acura MDXs, BMW X5s, Buick Enclaves, Cadillac Escalades, Dodge Rams, Chevy Silverados and Trailblazers, and Ford Explorers.

Steve’s offers a road hazard warranty for Dunlop tires that can be purchased.

“At Steve’s were happy to be able to offer our customers Dunlop tires as a Dunlop dealer. The Dunlop brand is known for its reliability and durability, and the 30 day guarantee Dunlop offers and allows our customers to be confident in the decision. Tires are an important investment,” said Steve’s Owner ST Billingsley.

Steve’s Auto Repair & Tire is an authorized Goodyear tire dealer located in Woodbridge, Virginia. Automotive repair services are performed on all makes and models, including BMW and Mercedes. Services include oil changes, brakes, alignments, inspections, and computer engine diagnostics.

Steve’s Auto Repair & Tire in Woodbridge now a certified Kelly tire dealer

In Shop Talk, Tires and Wheels by Steves Auto Repair and TireNovember 1, 2016

Kelly Springfield Tire Charger GT Performance Tire

If you’re in need of Kelly brand tires in the Woodbridge area then you’re in luck, as Steve’s Auto Repair & Tire now a fully certified Kelly tire dealer.

As a certified dealer, Steve’s is now fully stocked with the full line of Kelly tires, and have the equipment needed to make sure Kelly tires are properly installed and cared for.

Kelly Springfield Edge A/S all season tire

“As with all Goodyear tires, Kelly tires come with a 30 day test drive program. This means that our customers get up to 30 days with Kelly tires on their vehicle, to make sure that they like the tires and that they’re a good fit for their needs. If they aren’t happy with the tires, as a Kelly dealer we’re able to exchange them for another set of eligible tires within those 30 days,” said Steve’s Service Manager Gabe Guarino.

In addition to this guarantee, Steve’s customers with Kelly tires can also instantly take advantage of all Kelly tire offers.

Different Kelly tire models

At the shop, Steve’s has several popular Kelly tire models that will work with your vehicle including the Kelly Charger GT, the Kelly Edge All Season, and the Kelly Safari ATR.

Kelly Springfield All Terrain Tire

The Kelly Charger GT is a sporty tire with enhanced traction, and all season grip, and a black serrated sidewall design. This tire model works well with the Acura Integra, Audi A4 and A6, the BMW 5 and 7, the Cadillac CTS and Seville, Honda Accord, Civic, and Prelude, the Mercedes E Class, and the Nissan Altima and Maxima.

The Kelly Edge All Season is an all season tire with enhanced grip, long treadwear, and enhanced handling. And the Kelly Safari ATR is great for all terrain driving, with self-cleaning traction grooves to move through mud and snow in any season.

Kelly Springfield Tire HP Performance Tire

Steve’s also offers an additional road hazard warranty that can be purchased for Kelly tires.

“We’re excited to be a certified Kelly tire dealer. By being a Kelly dealer, we can make sure that our customers have access to the full line of Kelly tires, and that they can take advantage of the 30 day guarantee, as well as the instant rebates Kelly offers,” said Steve’s Owner ST Billingsley.

Make sure to follow these driving and school bus safety tips

In Safety by Steves Auto Repair and TireAugust 29, 2016

Today is the first day of school in Prince William County, and that means all of those school buses will be out on the road transporting students.

Below are some important rules for parents and drivers out there, on how to drive and stop when near school buses.

School bus safety tips

If you notice that a school bus is stopped and has flashing red lights and a stop sign on the side of the bust, you need to make sure you stop your vehicle and wait until the bus begins moving again, whether you’re on a highway, private road, or school road. This makes sure that students can exit the bus safely.
Even if the signals are not flashing on the bus, if it is letting passengers off, you still need to stop your vehicle and wait for them to safely exit. Sometimes yellow lights on a school bus will start flashing before the red lights, and you need to stop and be aware of these lights as well.
If you are on the opposite side of the road as a bus and there is a median or barrier in between, then you are not required to stop your vehicle if a buses’ lights are flashing.

“This time of year, you’re going to have an increase in bus traffic because school’s about to start. It’s really important that, as you drive, you are aware of your surroundings. If you see that you’re approaching a bus, slow down. Take that extra time to maintain that safe distance,” said Officer Nathan Probus with the Prince William County Police Department.

In Virginia, passing a bus when their lights are activated is a misdemeanor crime that can be punishable by up to 12 months in prison, or a $2,500 fine.

Make sure you stay safe and start this school year off right.

Steve’s Auto Repair & Tire now a Goodyear Tire dealer

In Shop Talk, Tires and Wheels by Steves Auto Repair and TireAugust 17, 2016

Goodyear Tires in Woodbridge Virginia

Steve’s Auto Repair & Tire is now a certified Goodyear Tire dealer.

As a Goodyear Tire dealer, the shop offers the full line of Goodyear tires, with up-to-date tire machines, technicians that can fix your tire light, and nitrogen – a better option than compressed air for your tires.

“The benefit for the customer is that if they have any type of Goodyear tire warranty or recall information, they can come directly to us to get that fixed. We’re the only Goodyear dealer currently in the Woodbridge area,” said Steve’s Service Manager Gabe Guarino.

Customers can now also take advantage of Goodyear tire rebates at the shop.

Popular Goodyear Tire brands available

Some popular Goodyear brands Steve’s now has in stock are the Wranglers, Assurance, Eagle LS-2, and the classic Eagle RS-A.

“Those came in stock, all the way back from 1990 Nissan Maximas. The Goodyear RS-A is also what every single police Interceptor Cruiser uses,” Guarino said of the RS-As.

Steve’s Auto offers road hazard warranties for all Goodyear tires, with a 3-year, 2/3nds of wear warranty.

Goodyear Tires in Lake Ridge Virginia

“We’re proud to be able to offer Goodyear products in our shop. Goodyear is known for their durability and quality, and we’re able to help our customers by becoming the only Woodbridge area Goodyear dealer,” said Steve’s Owner ST Billingsley.

Is your car ready for summer?

In Brakes, Cooling System, Maintenance, Safety, Tires and Wheels by Steves Auto Repair and TireMay 24, 2016

The sun is shining, and it’s almost time for summer. While the summer offers plenty of fun and great weather, it also comes with summertime traffic, and the gridlock and bumper-to-bumper with the Washington, D.C. commute and beach traffic.

Keeping that traffic in mind, you’re going to want to make sure that your car is prepared. Here are some things you should check to get your car ready for summer.

Get your car ready for summer by checking the air conditioning system.

Make sure your car or trucks air conditioning works good for the summer months

Is your A/C blowing cold?

With your heat blasting during the winter months, chances are that you haven’t needed to use the air conditioning – which means that you may be unaware of potential problems with your A/C system. Nothing is worse than trying to head out for a long car ride – or even your morning commute – and realizing that your A/C is blowing hot.

If you’ve noticed that your A/C system is blowing warmer than it normally would, it’s good to bring it in and see if there are any leaks, and get replacement or repair done before the thermostat really starts to rise.

Are your brakes ready for stop-and-go?

Front brake pads and rotors need to be checked to ensure proper vehicle braking

Checking the brakes is another way to ensure your car is ready for summer.

We all know that when you live in this area, there are bound to be traffic jams, regardless of the time of year. But with the summer, and all of the vacation and beach traffic in Northern Virginia, bumper-to-bumper can be a real challenge if you’re brakes aren’t in good shape.

Having quality brakes that aren’t worn down can make a huge difference in your vehicle’s stopping time, and can be the difference between a hard stop and a fender bender. For our customers we recommend that they change out their brake pads when they’re worn down below 4/32nds.

Make sure you’re cooling system is doing its job

Make sure your engine cooling system is working properly

When’s the last time you had your cooling system serviced or checked? The cooling system in your vehicle – different from the car’s air conditioning – is important, and needs to be checked on regularly.

The cooling system uses a radiator, water pump, and a cooling fan to help create circulation in your car’s engine, allowing it to release heat so that your engine doesn’t become overheated. Especially as the weather gets warmer, all of that heat outside can take a toll on your car’s engine if you don’t care for it properly.

Make sure that you’re getting the coolant fluids topped off, and that you’re getting cooling system flushes this summer, to keep from dealing with an overheated engine.

Are your tires worn down?

Make sure your tires are safe, with Goodyear tires

Whether you’ve got winter tires on your vehicle, or you’ve been riding on your all-seasons for a while, you need to be thinking about the condition of your tires as the summer approaches.

Just like brakes, the condition of your tires makes a huge difference in your stopping time and speed, as well as the comfort and handling of your drive. At Steve’s we recommend that customers consider replacing their brakes when they’re down below 4/32nds. Especially with all of the bumper-to-bumper traffic ahead, it’s good to make sure that your tires are in excellent condition for the summer.

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