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Sports utility vehicles (SUV’s) are often big, strong vehicles. These big cars also have wide wheel-bases, and they frequently feature large and sturdy tires. While the wide tires and suspensions of these vehicles can provide some extra stability, they are still subject to the dangerous effects of hydroplaning.

Hydroplaning strikes when thin layers of water build up beneath moving tire treads. 

It can be confusing to pick out the proper motor oil for your vehicle. Do you use traditional motor oil or do you spring for the synthetic motor oil? Luckily, we here at Tyler Ford in Tyler, TX are here to teach you the difference.

The main difference between the two types of oil are their components. Traditional motor oil is comprised of raw crude oil products. 

Although a tire blowout can happen at any time, there are certain things that you can be doing today to minimize the chances it happens with your vehicle.

Carefully inspect the car tires each morning. What you are looking for are any signs that could result in the tire failing. Cracks in the side wall, uneven wear in the tread, or bulges anywhere on the tire, all signs of trouble and should be inspected by a professional.

A solid, well-maintained suspension system can actually contribute to your safety and that of your passengers. To keep your suspension in good condition, it's essential for trained and experienced suspension experts to give your suspension components occasional checkups. Critical systems include:

• Control Arm Bushings: These impact-resistors help to insulate metal parts of your suspension system from friction and impacts. Since it's cheaper to periodically replace bushings than it is to replace metal parts, regular bushing service can keep money in your pockets. 

At some point in every driver’s life, they feel their vehicle shaking due to a flat tire. When that moment happens, many drivers don’t realize that there are two different options for a spare tire. These options are either full-size spare or a compact temporary spare.

Some vehicles come stocked with a full-size spare tire. If you find yourself in that situation, once you change the tire, you are free to drive your vehicle as you normally would and make sure that you replace your tire soon in the future to ensure you have a spare again. 

Have you ever found yourself ready to change lanes while driving only to glance back and notice another car is in your blind spot? Most drivers have, but these too-close-for-comfort incidents are responsible for lots of accidents. Not everyone remembers to take a look rather than relying on their mirrors.

This is why Ford utilizes a Blind Spot Information System that uses sensors installed on your vehicle to alert you of an approaching vehicle of which you may not be aware.

Included with the BLIS is the Cross Traffic Alert which switches on whenever you put the...

One of the most important questions a potential car owner needs to consider is whether or not they want to have a car with All Wheel Drive (AWD) or 4 Wheel Drive (4WD). It is a common misconception that they are the same, but—while they share many similar characteristics—there are a few important differences between them.

For example, 4WD usually involves the four wheels having torque supplied to them at all times with exceptions for part-time involvement and other 2 Wheel Drive options in select terrain. There are also options for the front and rear axles to be…

Purchasing a car is exciting. Having your car's maintenance done, however, can be anxious and stressful. When you buy a car from Tyler Ford, we'll work to provide the best maintenance service as well.