Ready for Winter Tires? How a Tire Changer Can Save You Time

Going to your local tire shop can slowly add up and take time out of your day, especially if your household has multiple vehicles or maybe you want to start your own shop. 

When the cooler months start, appointments can book up incredibly fast, leaving you without winter tires for weeks. 

However, a tire changer can save you time and give you more control when the freeze hits.

What is a Tire Changer?

A tire changer is a machine that effortlessly removes a wheel rim from a tire. It can mount and dismount multiple types of tires for easy seasonal or aesthetic changes. 

It is the perfect machine for small personal operations, car enthusiasts, roadside tire shops, small businesses, race shops, or as a backup for more specialized tire machines. But there are two main types that you should know.

Swing Arm

A swing arm tire changer features a tall, vertical pillar that moves (or swings) sideways. It’s an entry-level machine designed for tire and wheel service. 

A swing arm tire changer, like the model TC964 from MechMaxx, combines durability with essential features, making it an excellent choice for small businesses and car enthusiasts. 

Tilt Back

A tilt back tire changer also features a tall, vertical pillar, except it moves backwards and forwards. 

A tilt back tire changer, like the model TC968 from MechMaxx works with all types of tires, including run-flat, high-profile, and motorcycle tires with tubes. 

It covers the widest range of wheels and tires with ease, making it ideal for a commercial shop looking to expand to almost any tire.

For a more comprehensive comparison check-out our recent blog post.

How a Tire Changer Saves Time

A tire changer is a great investment if you’re changing multiple vehicles’ tires more than once a year. If you have a large household with multiple passenger vehicles, driving to your local tire shop can easily turn into 2+ hours per vehicle. 

If you’re looking to start your own small shop, this machine will help speed up tire changes, allowing more turnover for your business.

When to Put on Winter Tires

This depends on your region, but a good rule of thumb is to change your summer tires/all season tires once the temperature is consistently at 45°F. All-season or summer tires start to become less effective when temperatures drop, and once ice/snow hits, it can become extremely dangerous to have less grip. 

Ready For a (Tire) Change?

Whether you’re a car enthusiast or have your own shop, a tire balancer can be advantageous to your automotive line-up. MechMaxx offers multiple Swing Arm and Tilt Back Tire Changers for every budget and set-up. Shop now before the frost comes!

Don’t Forget to Balance!

Changing your tires is just half of the job! Each time you change your tires, ensure you balance them to ensure a smooth ride. 

Find out more details on why balancing is important.