Weaver's Tire & Automotive
310 W Brandon Blvd, Brandon, FL 33511 813.685.2906

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Don't Blow a Gasket! (Valve Cover Gasket Replacement)

When you head out to your vehicle after it's been parked and notice oil leaking underneath it, that's something to have looked at right away.  Oil leaks mean your oil level is probably low, and r...
Published on: Mar 16, 2025

Getting Off to a Running Start (Starter Replacement)

When you start your vehicle’s engine, there’s another motor that makes that whole process possible.  It’s called the starter, and it’s a small electric motor that gets you...
Published on: Feb 16, 2025

Slippery as Ice (Driving on Wet Leaves)

We all know driving on slippery ice can be dangerous.  What you might not know is that wet leaves can be just as slick. If you live in an area that has trees that drop their leaves, or if you're ...
Published on: Oct 08, 2023

Cold Facts about Heaters

Brrrr.  It's cold outside.  And if your vehicle's heater isn't working, then it's cold inside too.  No fun – and potentially dangerous: heat is needed to defrost your windshield.&...
Published on: Feb 19, 2023

Tips on TPS (The Throttle Position Sensor)

When you step on the accelerator, you expect your vehicle to speed up, not slow down.  But, what if it doesn’t?  That can be a big problem. The answer may be a problem with the sensor...
Published on: Jan 29, 2023

What Weaver's Tire & Automotive Customers Should Know

There are some things Weaver's Tire & Automotive customers should know about automotive service and repair in Brandon. First and foremost, Weaver's Tire & Automotive cares about you and your family's ...
Published on: Dec 22, 2022

Deciphering the Menu Board: A to Z

You may not be familiar with all of the items on your Brandon auto service center's menu board so here is a quick description of some of the typical services that might be listed. Remember, the board ...
Published on: Nov 25, 2022

The Smell of Danger (What Causes Gasoline Odors)

A driver recently noticed that her garage had begun to smell like gasoline after she parked her vehicle inside. Her Check Engine light had also just come on. This was something she'd never experienced...
Published on: Nov 16, 2022