How Often Should You Rotate and Balance Tires?

tomtThis weekly feature for Warranty Direct about car repair and maintenance is written by Tom Torbjornsen, the popular host of America’s Car Show on satellite radio. Below are some recent Q&A from the America’s Car Show email bag.

Dear Tom,
I own a 2000 For Taurus with only 18,600 miles on it and it’s in excellent condition. I took it into my tire dealer to have the tires rotated for a third time and to have a four-wheel alignment for the second time. They tried to sell me a full four-wheel tire rebalancing. In all the years I have owned cars I have only once had a tire rebalanced because I felt a vibration. Am I right or should I have all four tires rebalanced more often?
George from Atlanta, GA

Interference Engines – Keep A Close Eye on the Timing Belt

tomtThis weekly feature for Warranty Direct about car repair and maintenance is written by Tom Torbjornsen, the popular host of America’s Car Show on satellite radio. Below are some recent Q&A from the America’s Car Show email bag.

Dear Tom,
I own a ‘97 Honda Civic Ex with only 31,000 miles. I drive between 2,500 and 2,800 miles annually and I have never changed the timing belt. I need to know when I should change it. Some people tell me to change the belt after 50,000 miles, and others say to change it now regardless of the mileage because the car is nearly 13 years old. Thanks for your input.
Josh from Shreveport, LA

Words of Appreciation from a Warranty Direct Customer

Warranty Direct prides itself in creating long term customer relationships, not only to sell our services but to make sure the customer is advised on the best vehicle service contract for their lifestyle. Below is a letter from one of our newest customers praising our quality of service and professional way of doing business:

Dear Warranty Direct,

It is clear Warranty Direct is a cut above its’ competitors, and you’ll be proud to know Scott Richards embraces the company’s motto by the manner in which he delivers client services.  Therefore, I’d like to take a moment to share with you my appreciation of Scott’s quality of service and professionalism.

LED Bulbs Are Superior to Standard Bulbs

tomtThis weekly feature for Warranty Direct about car repair and maintenance is written by Tom Torbjornsen, the popular host of America’s Car Show on satellite radio. Below are some recent Q&A from the America’s Car Show email bag.

Dear Tom,

I recently saw a mechanic on cable TV replace the standard stop light bulbs in a 2004 Honda Accord EX with LED bulbs. I am trying to purchase the bulbs for my Accord, but no one carries them, not even the Honda dealerships I contacted. Do you know where I can purchase them?

Paul from Henderson, NC