AJ's Automotive
13 Colorado Avenue, Columbia, MO 65203 573.875.1020

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Upsizing Wheels and Tires in Columbia

Hello Columbia drivers! Let's pretend you have three doughnuts right in front of you for our discussion of upsizing wheels and tires. Hey, don't eat them now – you're going to need them later.Ma...
Published on: Nov 22, 2022

The Fallacy of Cheap Tires Sold in Columbia

New tires are a big ticket item for most Columbia 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 cou...
Published on: Jul 04, 2022

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: May 22, 2022

Simple Answers from AJ's Automotive in Columbia: Winter Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:What is the benefit of winter tires?AJ's Automotive Answer:This is a really good question. Most new vehicles in Columbia come with all-season tires that work pretty well ...
Published on: May 03, 2022

Simple Answers from AJ's Automotive for Columbia: 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: Nov 21, 2021

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: Aug 16, 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: Feb 14, 2021

Selecting Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?AJ's Automotive Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Value. Function...
Published on: Jan 18, 2021