Blue Bird Autowerks LLC
910 Highway 3 N, Northfield, MN 55057 507.645.0804

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Simple Answers from Blue Bird Autowerks LLC for Northfield: 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 01, 2023

Simple Answers from Blue Bird Autowerks LLC for Northfield: Tire Tread Depth

Question How can I tell when my tires are worn so much that they need to be replaced? Answer That is a very important question.  As we discuss the matter, keep in mind that one of the most imp...
Published on: Apr 12, 2023

Selecting Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Blue Bird Autowerks LLC Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Value. ...
Published on: Oct 01, 2022

Tire Replacement at Blue Bird Autowerks LLC in Northfield

New tire choices can be overwhelming for Northfield 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 driv...
Published on: Jun 26, 2022

The Fallacy of Cheap Tires Sold in Northfield

New tires are a big ticket item for most Northfield drivers. You're not only concerned about the price, but you want to know that it'll be a long time before you need to buy new tires again. And of c...
Published on: Dec 06, 2021

Tire Rotation and Balancing

You can make your tires last longer with regular tire rotation and wheel balancing.  Let’s start with tire rotation.  In normal driving, your front tires wear more on the shoulders bec...
Published on: Mar 02, 2021

The Heat is On (Hot Weather Vehicle Concerns)

When the weather gets hot, some of the components of your vehicle are pushed to the limit.  Here are a few things to watch out for as the mercury climbs higher: Your vehicle's air conditioning...
Published on: Aug 23, 2020

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: Jul 27, 2020