Nevada County Auto Repair & Concept Motorsports Inc
633 MALTMAN DRIVE, GRASS VALLEY, CA 95945 | (530) 477-8711

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Simple Answers from Nevada County Auto Repair & Concept Motorsports Inc for Grass Valley: 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: Feb 15, 2026

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: Sep 28, 2025

Grass Valley Tire Tread Depth - Washington vs. Lincoln

Let’s focus on the effect of tire tread depth on braking.  When talking about stopping power, we tend to focus on our brakes.  But our tires are where the rubber meets the road.  ...
Published on: Mar 30, 2025

Simple Answers from Nevada County Auto Repair & Concept Motorsports Inc in Grass Valley: Winter Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:What is the benefit of winter tires?Nevada County Auto Repair & Concept Motorsports Inc Answer:This is a really good question. Most new vehicles in Grass Valley come with...
Published on: Dec 08, 2024

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: Nov 24, 2024

Time For New Tires In Grass Valley?

{{ image('MzI5') }} A lot of factors go into selecting new tires: traction, Grass Valley weather conditions, handling, load capacity, tread life, looks, warranty and price. CA driving conditions vary...
Published on: Mar 26, 2024

Selecting Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Nevada County Auto Repair & Concept Motorsports Inc Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors:...
Published on: Jan 28, 2024

Washington V. Lincoln: Tread Depth Champion In Grass Valley

Today's Nevada County Auto Repair & Concept Motorsports Inc article focuses on the effect of tire tread depth on braking. When Grass Valley and drivers talk about stopping power, they tend to focus o...
Published on: Nov 08, 2023