So you’re in need of a set of tires for your truck? No problem! The question is, though, what kind of tires are going to be best? First, you’ll need to think about what you use that truck for. Will you regularly be hauling heavy loads or pulling a trailer? Do you expect to keep… Read more »
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Spark Plugs – How Often Should They Be Replaced?
In the old days, a tune-up was necessary about every 35,000 miles. It would usually consist of setting the ignition timing, replacing the mechanical breaker points in the ignition, cleaning and adjusting the carburetor and replacing the plug wires and spark plugs. Today, of course, the carburetor’s job is done by fuel injection and the… Read more »
Reasons Why Tire Inflation Is So Important
Even just a pound or two of underinflation in your tires can be a problem. Why, though? There are several reasons. Fuel economy: If you ever rode a bicycle with a low tire, you know that it feels like you’re riding through wet cement due to the added rolling resistance. The same thing is happening… Read more »
Eastern Tire & Auto Service Receives Small Business of the Year Award
Penobscot Bay Regional Chamber of Commerce held its annual Year in Review Awards Gala, to recognize those who have made extraordinary contributions to the community in the past year, on November 18 at the Samoset Resort. Eastern Tire & Auto Service, recipient of the Small Business of the Year award. — Kathy Young presented the… Read more »
Land Trust Announces New Vehicle Donation Program
Cars for Conservation! Georges River Land Trust is pleased to announce the launching of a vehicle donation program in partnership with Eastern Tire & Auto Service in Rockland. All proceeds from the sale of donated vehicles will support local land protection, nature education, and the 50-mile Georges Highland Path trail system. “We are so grateful… Read more »
Website Launch Announcement: Eastern Tire & Auto Service Inc. Launches New Site
We are excited to announce the launch of our new website. The site features a fresh look, easy navigation and more focus on what the customer needs. The new site offers inventory listings with pictures and specs. You can search a variety of ways including by vehicle and size. With the addition of our blog,… Read more »
Eastern Tire and Auto Service donations to Strand Theatre
ROCKLAND — Eastern Tire and Auto Service, 70 Park St., and the Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., recently gave each other’s organizations a boost with an unusual cooperative effort. The Strand helped spread the word to Facebook users that every “Like” to Eastern Tire’s Facebook page during a specific 48-hour period, up to 100 “Likes,”… Read more »
Eastern Tire & Auto Service, Inc. is a supporter of the Rockland Harbor YMCA
ROCKLAND — Eastern Tire & Auto Service, Inc. is a supporter of the Rockland Harbor YMCA, branch of the Penobscot Bay YMCA. The Rockland Harbor YMCA is expected to open Dec. 1 at 12 Water St. in the former Almalfi Restaurant space. At left, Alvin Chase of Eastern Tire Service shakes hands with Troy Curtis,… Read more »
Five questions for Filson’s owner
Usually man's best friend plays the role of greeter at home, but at Eastern Tire & Auto Service in Rockland customers get a special welcome from a well-known black Lab named Filson. "People don't care about me, they care about Filson," said co-owner Alvin Chase Jr. "I'm spoiled," said Chase explaining that he has always… Read more »
Eastern Tire & Auto Service wins award
Eastern Tire & Auto Service has been voted Knox County Best of the Best in Auto Repair.