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Why Tire Brands Matter More Than Most Drivers Realize

May 26th, 2026 by
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Service Tips & Tires Why Tire Brands Matter More Than Most Drivers Realize By Branden Bodendorfer  |  Wheelers Family Auto Group | Updated May 26, 2026 Quick Answer Tire brands matter because not all tires are engineered the same. The gap between a budget brand and a quality brand shows up in wet braking distance,…

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What to Ask and What to Look for When Buying New Tires

May 20th, 2026 by
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    Service Tips & Tires What to Ask and What to Look for When Buying New Tires By Branden Bodendorfer  |  Wheelers Family Auto Group Quick Answer Buying new tires comes down to three things: the right size for your vehicle, the right type for your driving conditions, and a tread wear rating that…

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How to Know If You Need New Tires

May 11th, 2026 by
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How to Know If You Need New Tires: 7 Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore By Branden Bodendorfer  •  May 11, 2026  •  Wheelers Family Auto Group Quick AnswerYour tires need to be replaced if the tread is worn below 4/32 inch, if you see cracking or bulging on the sidewall, if you feel vibration or pulling…

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Chevy Tire Deal: Buy 3 Tires, Get 1 for $1 at Wheelers

May 7th, 2026 by
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  Service & Maintenance — By Branden Bodendorfer — May 7, 2026 Chevy Tire Deal: Buy 3 Tires, Get 1 for $1 at Wheelers Family Auto Group Quick Answer Right now through Chevy Certified Service, Wheelers is running a buy-3-get-1-for-$1 tire event on select tires with installation. Stack it with qualifying brake, rotor, or suspension…

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2026 GMC Canyon Denali 4WD Crew Cab: Full Feature Overview

May 5th, 2026 by
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  Trucks & New Inventory 2026 GMC Canyon Denali 4WD Crew Cab: Full Feature Overview By Branden Bodendorfer — Director of Marketing, Wheelers Family Auto Group  |  May 2026 Quick AnswerThe 2026 GMC Canyon Denali 4WD Crew Cab is GMC’s top luxury midsize truck. It runs a 310-hp TurboMax engine, standard 4WD, up to 7,700…

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Best Chevy and GMC Trucks for Spring Projects and Towing in Wisconsin

April 28th, 2026 by
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Best Chevy and GMC Trucks for Spring Projects and Towing in Wisconsin Spring in Central Wisconsin is here — and with it comes the perfect time for big projects. Whether you’re hauling mulch and soil, towing your boat to the lake, or moving heavy equipment, you need a truck that’s ready for Wisconsin’s mud, rain,…

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How to Wash Salt Off Your Vehicle and Prevent Rust

April 21st, 2026 by
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    How to Wash Salt Off Your Vehicle and Prevent Rust Winter roads can be tough on your vehicle. While salt helps improve driving conditions in snow and ice, it can also do serious damage to your car, truck, or SUV if it is not cleaned off properly. Over time, road salt can cling…

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Severe Weather Awareness Week: What Hail, High Winds, and Storm Damage Can Mean for Your Vehicle

April 13th, 2026 by
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Severe Weather Awareness Week: What Hail, High Winds, and Storm Damage Can Mean for Your Vehicle Severe Weather Awareness Week is a good reminder that storms can do more than disrupt your plans. They can also leave lasting damage on your vehicle. From hail dents and cracked windshields to water intrusion and fallen debris, severe…

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Why Your Alignment Might Be Off After Winter

April 6th, 2026 by
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Why Your Alignment Might Be Off After Winter Winter can be tough on your vehicle, and one of the most common problems drivers notice as the weather warms up is alignment trouble. If your steering wheel feels off-center, your vehicle pulls to one side, or your tires seem to be wearing unevenly, winter may be…

Is Spring a Good Time to Trade In Your Vehicle in Wisconsin?

March 30th, 2026 by
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Is Spring a Good Time to Trade In Your Vehicle in Wisconsin? Spring is when many Wisconsin drivers start thinking about fresh starts, road trips, home projects, and upgrading to something newer, safer, or better suited for the season ahead. It is also one of the most popular times of year to shop for a…

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