WASHINGTON — The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will not regulate the manufacture, processing or distribution of lead for wheel-balancing weights under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA).

An out-of-balance tire not only causes driver discomfort but can also lead to lower fuel economy, mechanical failures, and reduced tire life. Tires already present one of the highest expenses for ...

When adjusting the balance of a customer’s tires, wheel weights are used to correct any imbalances. The right wheel weight placed in the right spot helps ensure proper tire performance. It’s all about ...

No one told Mike Brown to stop using lead wheel weights. He did because it made sense. Brown, owner of Iowa City Tire and Dodge Street Tire, phased out the use of lead weights earlier this year, ...

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Normal everyday car maintenance is a balancing act. Not only when it comes to recalling its most crucial aspects to keep an eye on (oil change frequency, keeping tires aired up, and so on), but quite ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Buying new tires is one thing, but having them mounted to your car's wheels is another matter. I make it a point to have the tires balanced ...

There’s an awful lot going on with wheels. In addition to the two most crucial components—the rim and tire—a car or truck’s wheel will also have a valve stem and cap, TPMS sensor (if there from the ...

Balanced tires are important for both safety and economic reasons. Heavy vibration resulting from unbalanced tires causes increased wear and the danger of control loss. Because an unbalanced tire ...

It has always been a good idea to balance tires, but with the advent of low profile tire designs, such as the 50-, 60-, 70and 78-series, tire balancing has become a virtual necessity to prolong tread ...