Tires Plus Total Car Care University Parkway

Tires Plus Total Car Care University Parkway Expert automotive repair and maintenance performed by ASE-certified technicians. Trusted workmanship, transparent service, with reliable results! 🔧

We service all makes and models, including diesel vehicles, using advanced diagnostics and quality parts. Ride smoother with our performance, SUV/CUV, light truck, winter, car and minivan tires. We offer a Quick Tire Install in 59 minutes or $59 back, along with a 30 Minute Oil Change or the next one’s free! Trust our ASE Certified professionals with all brake service, alignment, battery, engine s

ervice, heating and cooling, tire damage, pothole repair, and car/fleet services. Our maintenance services include everything from a tune-up and vehicle inspection to transmission and radiator service. Customers appreciate our ability to get the job done quickly at a lower price! Get to know our family business that’s ready to take on your every auto need!

A soft, spongy brake pedal that sinks low before it grabs is a sign something's off in your brake system, usually air in...
09/01/2026

A soft, spongy brake pedal that sinks low before it grabs is a sign something's off in your brake system, usually air in the brake lines or a fluid issue.

It's different from worn pads. The car might stop fine at first and then less predictably when you really need it.

Don't sit on this one. If your pedal feels different than it used to, come in and let our team take a look. That's exactly what we're here for.

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Myth: you need an oil change every 3,000 miles.Fact: most modern vehicles with conventional oil go 5,000 to 7,500 miles ...
08/30/2026

Myth: you need an oil change every 3,000 miles.

Fact: most modern vehicles with conventional oil go 5,000 to 7,500 miles between changes. Many using full synthetic are designed for 7,500 to 10,000 miles or more.

Your owner's manual has the actual interval for your specific engine. Changing oil more often than needed isn't harmful, but it's not necessary either. Not sure what your car calls for? Ask us and we'll tell you straight.

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A wheel alignment means we measure and adjust the angles of all four tires so they're pointing exactly where the manufac...
08/28/2026

A wheel alignment means we measure and adjust the angles of all four tires so they're pointing exactly where the manufacturer intended.

We're talking camber, caster, and toe, three separate angles that affect how your car tracks, how evenly your tires wear, and how much fuel you burn.

It takes specialized equipment and usually about an hour. If your tires are wearing unevenly on one edge, that's often the first sign you're overdue. Questions? Drop them below or stop by and we'll walk you through it.

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Myth: coolant just needs to be topped off when it's low.Fact: coolant breaks down over time. As it ages, it becomes acid...
08/26/2026

Myth: coolant just needs to be topped off when it's low.

Fact: coolant breaks down over time. As it ages, it becomes acidic and loses the additives that protect your radiator, water pump, and hoses from corrosion. Topping it off doesn't fix that.

A coolant exchange drains the old fluid completely and refills the system with fresh coolant. Most manufacturers recommend it every 2 to 5 years depending on the vehicle.

In Florida heat, your cooling system is working hard year-round. Keeping the fluid fresh is one of the cheaper ways to avoid a much more expensive repair.

Questions about your cooling system? Give us a call or stop by.

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When it's time for new tires, you might see both all-season and performance options that fit your vehicle. Here's the di...
08/24/2026

When it's time for new tires, you might see both all-season and performance options that fit your vehicle. Here's the difference in plain terms.

All-season tires are built for a wide range of conditions, longer tread life, and a comfortable everyday ride. They're the right call for most Florida drivers.

Performance tires prioritize grip and handling response. They're great if that matters to you, but they typically wear faster and can feel firmer on the road.

Neither is wrong. It just depends on how you drive and what you want out of the car.

Not sure which fits your situation? Ask us and we'll walk you through the options we carry.

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If you hear a rhythmic clicking or popping when you make a tight turn, especially accelerating out of it, that's usually...
08/22/2026

If you hear a rhythmic clicking or popping when you make a tight turn, especially accelerating out of it, that's usually a CV axle joint telling you it's worn out.

CV joints are part of your drivetrain. They transfer power to your wheels while allowing the suspension to flex. When the protective boot cracks and the grease dries out, the joint wears fast.

Ignoring it long enough means the axle can fail completely, which is a much bigger fix than catching it early.

Hearing that click? Come by and we'll put it up on the lift and have a look.

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Salt air off the Gulf doesn't just affect your paint. It works on everything underneath your car too, brake lines, suspe...
08/20/2026

Salt air off the Gulf doesn't just affect your paint. It works on everything underneath your car too, brake lines, suspension components, fasteners, exhaust hangers.

Most drivers in Sarasota and Osprey don't think about undercarriage corrosion the way northern drivers think about road salt. But coastal humidity and salty air add up over years, especially on vehicles that spend a lot of time near the water.

When we put your car on the lift for any service, our courtesy check gives us a look at what's going on underneath. It's one of those things worth knowing before it becomes a real problem.

Bring it by anytime and we'll take a look.

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The word tune-up has been around forever, but what it means has changed a lot.On older cars it meant points, distributor...
08/18/2026

The word tune-up has been around forever, but what it means has changed a lot.

On older cars it meant points, distributor caps, and a carburetor adjustment. On a modern vehicle it typically means fresh spark plugs, checking ignition components, inspecting filters, and sometimes addressing fuel system issues that affect how efficiently the engine runs.

If your car feels sluggish, hesitates on acceleration, or your fuel economy has dropped off, those can all be signs the engine isn't firing as cleanly as it should.

Our ASE-certified techs can run a diagnostic and tell you exactly what's going on.

Give us a call or stop by on University Parkway.

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Transmission fluid doesn't last forever.It breaks down over time, gets contaminated, and when it does, your transmission...
08/16/2026

Transmission fluid doesn't last forever.

It breaks down over time, gets contaminated, and when it does, your transmission works harder than it should. A fluid exchange flushes out the old stuff and replaces it with clean fluid, which helps everything shift smoother and last longer.

Most manufacturers recommend changing it somewhere between 30,000 and 60,000 miles, but check your owner's manual because it varies a lot by vehicle.

Not sure when yours was last done? Stop by and we can take a look.

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Between the I-75 expansion construction, the railroad crossings on University Parkway, and the occasional flooded side s...
08/14/2026

Between the I-75 expansion construction, the railroad crossings on University Parkway, and the occasional flooded side street, Sarasota drivers deal with a lot of rough inputs.

Steering and suspension components, including shocks, struts, and tie rods, take that abuse every single day. Signs they're wearing out include a bouncy or floaty ride, a clunking sound over bumps, or the car drifting through turns.

If any of that sounds familiar, come see us. A suspension check can catch small problems before they turn into big ones.

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2975 University Pkwy
Sarasota, FL
34243

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Tuesday 7:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 6pm
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