R J Shore Automotive LLC
80 Shore Drive, Branford, CT 06405 203.488.3677

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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: Jun 19, 2023

Tires By the Numbers (What Tire Numbers Mean)

You may have noticed your tires have a pretty long number on them.  Yours might start with a letter, then a 3-digit number, followed by a few more numbers and letters.  That string of letter...
Published on: Mar 22, 2023

Simple Answers from R J Shore Automotive LLC for Branford: 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: Aug 23, 2022

Upsizing Wheels and Tires in Branford

Hello Branford 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: Jun 13, 2022

Simple Answers from R J Shore Automotive LLC for Branford: 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: Oct 10, 2021

Simple Answers from R J Shore Automotive LLC for Branford: Selecting Tires

{{ image('http://image.listpipe.com/Simple') }} Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?R J Shore Automotive LLC Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors...
Published on: Mar 29, 2021

Selecting Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?R J Shore Automotive LLC Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Value. ...
Published on: Nov 21, 2020

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: Sep 26, 2020