Sparta Tire Repair
August 18, 2019
Most Sparta residents have experienced a flat tire. You know it's inconvenient and a pain. Our tires are important. Keeping them in good working order isn't just a big safety issue for Sparta drivers it also has a financial impact. With high Illinois gas prices, we've all heard about the import... More
When Are Your Tires Worn Out?
June 2, 2019
Hey Sparta area drivers, are your tires worn out? What is the standard for our Illinois streets? How can you tell on your vehicle?While there may be legal requirements for the Sparta area, there are safety concerns that go beyond meeting minimum replacement mandates.Two-thirty-seconds of an inc... More
Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta Tire Safety: Washington vs. Lincoln
April 28, 2019
Welcome to the Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta automotive blog. Today, let's talk about the effect of tire wear. Let's focus on stopping in wet Sparta conditions. In order for a tire to have good contact with the road, it has to move the water out of the way. If it can't move the water, the tire wil... More
Shake It up in Sparta!: Why Wheel Balancing
March 31, 2019
Our vehicles are not massage chairs. While we may enjoy a good vibration in an overstuffed recliner, we generally want as smooth a ride as possible in our vehicles. One way to achieve this is to keep a vehicle's wheels in balance. When a tire is mounted onto a wheel, it is usually out of balance... More
Helping Sparta Drivers Get the Right Tires
October 14, 2018
Every Sparta vehicle owner has to purchase tires at some time or another, so it's a good idea to understand what the choices are. The best seasonal performance is achieved by purchasing tires to match the season you are driving in. Summer tires are designed for hot temperatures. The tread is eng... More
Talk to Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta About New Shoes for Your Vehicle
July 2, 2018
Custom wheels are one way that Sparta folks express themselves and personalize their vehicle. But they aren't as cheap and easy as sticking decals on your back window. There are several factors that need to be considered, including cost, the fit of the wheel, modifications that will have to be m... More
Tire Replacement: What Sparta Drivers Need to Know
June 27, 2018
Looking at getting some new tires? Maybe the real reason for wanting those off-highway tires is that they look cool. Well there's nothing wrong with that. If you make sure that you've got your functional needs covered with your selection, then you can have some fun with where you go from there.L... More
Keep Your Tires Well Rounded in Sparta: Tire Rotation and Wheel Balancing at Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta
June 24, 2018
Taking care of our tires is part of vehicle care for Sparta drivers. We know they have to be replaced when they wear out, but tires also require some preventive maintenance. This maintenance will improve and extend the life of the tires, so it's well worth the effort and expense for Sparta drive... More
Automotive Tips from Charlie's Fast Lube Sparta: Where Should New Tires Be Placed
June 18, 2018
When Sparta drivers need to replace tires, they need to know how many they should get and on which axle they should be placed. Replacing a damaged tire may leave you with three others with significant wear, which could affect your traction control, stability control and anti-lock brake systems.If... More