Flat tires, blown-out tires, and shredded tires are all extremely common occurrences, especially when driving through areas that are under construction. Running over a nail can be very upsetting and may leave you wondering what the best way to repair your tire is in instances like this.

Tire repairs come in many different shapes and forms and are highly dependent on how severe the damage is to the tire. Most simple damages can be repaired with either a plug or a patch, but which option is better?

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Picture this: you’re in rush to get somewhere then hear a loud pop and the tire pressure light turns on. As you inspect the tires, you notice the culprit: a nail. You think to yourself “no big deal, I have a spare.” But when you reach into the trunk, there is no spare tire. In its place, you find a small device with a gauge and a power plug. It’s a tire repair kit. As newer car manufacturers are starting to provide these kits instead of a spare, learning how to use one of these is extremely valuable.

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If you own a car that was made after 2007, your car is equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). With that being said, you may have faced the dreaded “low tire pressure” warning light (the horseshoe icon with an exclamation in the middle. If you ever see this light come on, it is most likely a sign that your tires need air. 

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Have you ever been in a rush, jumped in the driver’s seat of your car, turned the key, and gotten ready to drive away —but as you turn your ignition, nothing happens? A few clicks or sputters of your engine, maybe. But other than that, nothing. Luckily, you are well-prepared and keep emergency equipment in your trunk—including jumper cables! You have the tools to bring your car back to life, but as you stare at these cables, you are unsure how to properly use them. Though having the right emergency equipment is a great start, jump-starting a car is not something everyone learns how to do. In this article, we have listed what you need to know about how to jump a car. A few simple steps and you are at your destination on time!

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Do you listen when your car is trying to tell you something? Your vehicle gives you feedback and instead of ignoring it in hopes it goes away, it is important to learn about the most common noises to try to identify what the problem might be. This will help determine when you should bring your car down to Luke’s Auto Service!

We have listed some of the most common car noises and helpful tips on what to do if your car is making a certain sound:

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