Northside Garage
211 26TH AVE N MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota 55411 | (612) 522-4246

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Time For New Tires In Minneapolis?

{{ image('MzI5') }} A lot of factors go into selecting new tires: traction, Minneapolis weather conditions, handling, load capacity, tread life, looks, warranty and price. Minnesota driving condition...
Published on: Nov 16, 2025

Selecting Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Northside Garage Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Value. Functio...
Published on: Aug 31, 2025

Need New Tires In Minneapolis?

{{ image('Mjk1') }} Buying tires in Minneapolis is a big deal, so consult with a tire professional at Northside Garage about proper size, type and grade for your local Minneapolis, Minnesota, driving...
Published on: Jan 06, 2024

Northside Garage Tech Question on Tire Wear

{{ image('MzM0') }} Northside Garage Tech Question:My name is Dan. My vehicle tires wore out early and I had to replace them. What can I do to make my tires last longer?Northside Garage Answer:Dan's ...
Published on: Oct 12, 2023

The Northside Garage Guide To Selecting Tires And Wheels

{{ image('MzIy') }} Some people living near love driving and love their vehicles: To them, picking out the right tire is just as important – and just as much fun – as finding the right s...
Published on: Mar 28, 2023

Nailed It! (Tire Repairs)

We've all been there.  You park somewhere only to return and find one of your tires is flat; you've picked up a nail on the road.  You're hoping you can just have it patched and be on your w...
Published on: Mar 20, 2023

Minneapolis Tire Tread Depth - Washington vs. Lincoln

Let’s focus on the effect of tire tread depth on braking.  When talking about stopping power, we tend to focus on our brakes.  But our tires are where the rubber meets the road.  ...
Published on: Oct 28, 2022

Tires By the Numbers (What Tire Numbers Mean)

You may have noticed your tires have a pretty long number on them.  Yours might start with a letter, then a 3-digit number, followed by a few more numbers and letters.  That string of letter...
Published on: Sep 16, 2022