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The importance of wheel alignments

In Vehicle Alignment by HomeTowne Auto Repair & Tire

You can get the most out of your vehicle’s tires through one check: wheel alignments. Wheel alignments help prevent premature tire wear. Tires can get out of alignment due to several conditions: So, having this service performed on a regular basis helps tires last as long as possible. It also allows them to wear evenly across the tread. We recommend …

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When a disc brake caliper seizes up

In Brakes by HomeTowne Auto Repair & Tire

A disc brake caliper seizing up is one problem that may occur in a brake system. This issue is caused by various factors, including dirt, lack of maintenance and rust. Rust that builds up over time can prevent the brake caliper piston from resending back into the disc brake caliper. It will keep holding constant pressure on the brake pad …