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SUSPENSION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR IN RIO RANCHO, NM
SUSPENSION Your vehicle’s suspension system has two jobs: to prevent the passengers from getting tossed around inside the vehicle every time it hits a bump in the road and to keep the tires firmly planted on the road around every corner and over every bump. To see...
BEWARE OF CHEAP TIRES
Searching for a tire shop near Corrales? Do you like to shop for shoes in Corrales? When buying a running shoe, is quality important? Does durability matter as long as the shoes look fabulous? Would you rather have one pair of long lasting shoes or two pairs of lower...
WHEEL ALIGNMENT SERVICE
Wheel Alignment: When all of your vehicle’s wheels are lined up exactly with each other, your wheels are in alignment. Hitting a road hazard or even just the normal bumps and bounces of everyday driving in Rio Rancho can cause your vehicle’s wheels to be out of...
DOES REGULAR AUTO MAINTENANCE REALLY SAVE GAS?
Have you ever thought about all the little things we do to keep our lives running smoothly – like vacuuming? It makes a room feel fresher and more comfortable. We may not consider that we’re also prolonging the life of the carpet by keeping it clean. But Rio Rancho...
FUEL TIP
Fuel Tip TOOL TIP – Actually, a fuel tip. When you fill up, do it in the morning when it is cooler. Cooler fuel is more condensed, so you end up getting a little extra when it’s cooler.
SUMMER WHEEL SHOPPING GUIDE
If you’re interested in customizing the wheels and tires on your vehicle, there are a few things you should know first. Most importantly, the wheels you buy need to fit your vehicle. Not all wheels are created equal. Too many Rio Rancho drivers have bought a set of...
BRAKE SERVICE AT AMERICAN TIRE AND SERVICE IN RIO RANCHO
Brakes really aren’t optional equipment for Rio Rancho drivers’ vehicles. And taking care of them isn’t optional either. A regular brake inspection is on every NM driver’s vehicle maintenance schedule. At American Tire and Service, our team will check your brake...
EXTEND YOUR BATTERY LIFE
When it comes to your vehicle, it all starts with the battery. Proper battery maintenance is important for two reasons: First, your vehicle won’t start or run without it. Second, it is the key to the long life of your auto electrical system. If your battery isn’t...
HAPPY TO TOUR UNM CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
Knowing where the money is going sure makes a difference! We toured UNM Children’s Hospital, CMNH yesterday and what a remarkable place this is. We were sure glad to participate in our spring promotion that raised money for this great cause.
POWER STEERING SERVICE IN RIO RANCHO
Most Rio Rancho drivers are too young to remember life before power steering – cranking those great big steering wheels! It was a pretty good workout. Now power steering is standard. Let’s look at how it works. The heart of any power steering system is its pump. The...
SUPPORTING OUR SCHOOLS
We heard the story about kids feeling ashamed because they couldn’t pay their lunch tabs at school. We thought no kid should have to miss lunch, because they weren’t caught up on their lunch bill. So, we went down to our elementary school and we got all the kids...
TRANSMISSION SERVICE IN RIO RANCHO NEAR CORRALES
If you’ve been paying attention, you’ve noticed that vehicle engines are getting more and more powerful in Rio Rancho near Corrales. At the same time, they are getting better and better fuel economy. I’ve gotta tell ‘ya, most of that’s because of technological...
Call American Tire and Service at 505-891-8951 to schedule auto repair services in Rio Rancho, Corrales, Bernalillo, and the surrounding Albuquerque area.