Bill Smith's Auto A/C Inc
11122 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA 23601 757.596.1561

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Bill Smith's Auto A/C Inc Tech Question on Tire Wear

{{ image('MzM0') }} Bill Smith's Auto A/C Inc Tech Question:My name is Dan. My vehicle tires wore out early and I had to replace them. What can I do to make my tires last longer?Bill Smith's Auto A/C...
Published on: May 23, 2023

Simple Answers from Bill Smith's Auto A/C Inc in Newport News: Winter Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:What is the benefit of winter tires?Bill Smith's Auto A/C Inc Answer:This is a really good question. Most new vehicles in Newport News come with all-season tires that wor...
Published on: May 01, 2023

Are You Going Nuts? (Lug Nut Replacement)

If your vehicle has a few years on it, you've no doubt had your tires rotated a few times. That means, of course, that a technician has loosened the lug nuts (which hold the wheels on) to remove the w...
Published on: Apr 09, 2023

Tire Replacement at Bill Smith's Auto A/C Inc in Newport News

New tire choices can be overwhelming for Newport News drivers. Suppose you have an SUV and are trying to decide between all season tires or some that are also rated for off-highway. How much do you dr...
Published on: Feb 03, 2023

Selecting Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Bill Smith's Auto A/C Inc Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Value....
Published on: Nov 28, 2022

Tires By the Numbers (What Tire Numbers Mean)

You may have noticed your tires have a pretty long number on them.  Yours might start with a letter, then a 3-digit number, followed by a few more numbers and letters.  That string of letter...
Published on: Oct 21, 2022

Simple Answers from Bill Smith's Auto A/C Inc for Newport News: Tire Rotation and Balancing

Question How do I know when I should get my tires rotated and balanced? Answer The interval for tire rotation could depend on a recommendation from either the tire manufacturer or the vehicle maker...
Published on: Oct 04, 2021

Nailed It! (Tire Repairs)

We've all been there.  You park somewhere only to return and find one of your tires is flat; you've picked up a nail on the road.  You're hoping you can just have it patched and be on your w...
Published on: Sep 09, 2021