The Miracle League of the Triangle is a local nonprofit that we wholeheartedly support. For those not familiar with the Miracle League, their focus is creating opportunities for special needs children to play baseball. This is not typical little league baseball; it is designed to be completely and fully inclusive for all kids, especially those with physical and cognitive disabilities that make it impossible for them to participate in traditional competitive sports. There are a … Read More
Atlantic Tire Gives Back: Cary YMCA
Giving back to the community is important to us at Atlantic Tire & Service. We like to work with local organizations who help to make our towns a better place to live and work. One group that we have always respected and appreciated is the Cary YMCA. Many people are unfamiliar with the breadth and depth of programs offered at a YMCA. The “Y” offers a number of programs such as summer/track-out camps, after-school athletic … Read More
Do you know the 3 filters: Cabin, Fuel and Air?
Did you know every vehicle has 3 primary filters that “filter” out dirt, contaminants and harmful debris? These 3 filters are built for our vehicle’s cabin, fuel and air systems. Once a filter is clogged, decreased function and performance results in these systems. The air filter protects harmful debris, contaminants and dirt from clogging and entering into your engine system. When the filter is too dirty, it forces your vehicle’s engine to work harder thus … Read More
15 Common Warning Signs on Your Dashboard
Just as our body sends signals to our brain that something is wrong to warn us, vehicles are built with similar messaging systems. Electrical signals are sent through alerts that ignite our dashboard to warn us something needs attention. The following list is comprised of 15 most common dashboard signals we should all be aware of. All cars are not built the same and may vary in the visual message on the dashboard, but it … Read More
Radiator Repair? Five Signs To Be Aware Of
Did you know Atlantic Tire performs radiator repair and maintenance for our customers? Your radiator may be in need of either maintenance or repair if you experience any of these conditions: Visible leaking fluid – the coolant will be sticky and typically a bright green, orange or pink in color on your driveway. Dropping coolant level, rising temperature gauge – a quick drop is a good indicator your radiator is leaking. As the radiator rises and … Read More
WARNING: Brake Problems Ahead!
Are your brakes screeching, grinding, squalling, rubbing, vibrating, pulsating or pressing all the way to the floor? These are all evident warning signs to be proactive with before you experience a true emergency! Brake pads and shoes may need inspection and replacement if they are screeching, grinding, squalling or rubbing when activated. Rotor wear and warping are indicators associated with a vibration and pulsation in the pedal or steering wheel. Additionally, you may notice … Read More
Making Vehicle Service More Convenient and Comfortable
It is important for us to make our customers feel comfortable while waiting for vehicle service. Whether your car needs major repairs or routine maintenance, we offer a number of different amenities to make the process as easy as possible. Shuttle Service We don’t want you to have to miss work or rearrange your schedule around repairs. If you live or work near one of our three Triangle locations, we’ll drop you off and pick you up when … Read More
Common Reasons Why Vehicles Fail North Carolina State Inspections
The State of North Carolina requires most vehicles to pass an annual inspection, which includes a Safety inspection and an Emissions inspection. The North Carolina DMV will not renew your registration until your vehicle has passed inspection. North Carolina does not use stickers; results are transmitted electronically to the DMV database. You can have your vehicle inspected up to 90 days before the tags expire. Here are a few common problems that can result in a failed state inspection. … Read More
Atlantic Tire & Service has received the ASE Blue Seal of Excellence Award
Atlantic Tire & Service has received the ASE Blue Seal of Excellence Award. This certification is extremely important for it is given only to shops that have over 75% of their service technicians and service advisors tested and certified by the ASE organization. Employing ASE-Certified Technicians helps your customers. Take it to the next level … and help your business itself. We recruit the best employees, support their training, and insist on the best equipment. … Read More
Pre-Road Trip Inspection Checklist
As summer approaches and you finalize all your road trip destinations, be sure you also take a half hour to ensure your car is ready to go. There’s nothing like being sidelined off I-40 to put a damper on your summer plans. Here is an outline of all the most common issues that occur on the road and what to check for to avoid them. While you can check some of these yourself, others will … Read More
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