Universal Auto & Tire
9853 Johnycake Ridge Mentor, OH 44060 | (440) 579-5232

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Simple Answers from Universal Auto & Tire for MENTOR: 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: Jul 27, 2025

The Universal Auto & Tire Guide To Selecting Tires And Wheels

{{ image('MzIy') }} Some people living near love driving and love their vehicles: To them, picking out the right tire is just as important – and just as much fun – as finding the right s...
Published on: Jun 15, 2025

Washington V. Lincoln: Tread Depth Champion In MENTOR

Today's Universal Auto & Tire article focuses on the effect of tire tread depth on braking. When MENTOR and drivers talk about stopping power, they tend to focus on their brakes. But our tires are wh...
Published on: Nov 03, 2024

Universal Auto & Tire Tech Question On Tire Wear

{{ image('MzM0') }} Universal Auto & Tire 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?Universal Auto & Tire Ans...
Published on: Oct 13, 2024

Getting The Right Wheels And Tires At Universal Auto & Tire In MENTOR

{{ image('Mjk1') }} A lot of people in the MENTOR area want custom wheels. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes they just do...
Published on: Oct 06, 2024

Winter Tires

Let’s talk about winter tires.  We’re not talking about all-season tires here, but dedicated winter tires. Modern winter tires do a terrific job in a wide range of winter conditions....
Published on: Nov 02, 2023

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: Oct 20, 2023

Getting the Right Wheels and Tires in MENTOR

A lot of MENTOR want custom wheels. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes they just don't fit right: The tires rub in turns or...
Published on: Jul 23, 2023