Automotive shops and tire makers increasingly warn that a quick re-torque after a short distance is as important as the ...

Wheel fasteners that feel rock solid in the service bay can quietly loosen once you are back at highway speed, which is why ...

Attaching wheels to a truck hub is serious business. Yet it's not uncommon to see some big bruiser of a mechanic, one foot against the bottom of the tire, whaling away with a 1-inch-drive impact gun ...

This story appears in the Nov. 3 print edition of Transport Topics. Maintaining proper wheel torque requires a lot more than simply clamping down on lug nuts. Clean mounting surfaces and adequate ...

Most people think tightening wheels after fixing a flat tire is simple — grab a wrench, lean on it until your shoulder pops (ouch!), and call it a day. But wheel torque isn't just about brute force -– ...

Prevent wheel-off incidents on heavy trucks by understanding wheel installation procedures and carefully inspecting the wheel end. The two major causes of wheel-off incidents include a loss of ...

Why can’t I use BMW wheels on a Honda? The short answer to this is that wheels meant for a different make or model may not fit and, hence, will be impossible to mount on your car. Many cars use wheels ...

AME International, a provider of wheel service equipment and tools based out of Florida, launched a new product, the Torque Fin. AME International, a provider of wheel service equipment and tools ...

Many experts recommend retorquing your car's wheels within 100 miles after a tire rotation to ensure that the wheels are ...