Hansen Auto Body & Automotive
1788 Barnum Avenue, Stratford, CT 06614 203.380.0200

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Get The Right Tires And Wheels At Hansen Auto Body & Automotive

{{ image('MjEz') }} A lot of people in the Stratford area want custom wheels. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes they...
Published on: Sep 21, 2025

Washington V. Lincoln: Tread Depth Champion In Stratford

Today's Hansen Auto Body & Automotive article focuses on the effect of tire tread depth on braking. When Stratford and drivers talk about stopping power, they tend to focus on their brakes. But our t...
Published on: Feb 16, 2025

Tire Service At Hansen Auto Body & Automotive In Stratford

{{ image('MzE1') }} For most people buying tires in Stratford is a big deal, so consult with your friendly and knowledgeable Hansen Auto Body & Automotive tire professional about proper size, type an...
Published on: Jul 21, 2024

Have Hansen Auto Body & Automotive Check Your Tire Tread Depth

You may have heard of racing slicks. Now, slicks have no tread, but they give race cars maximum traction on dry racetracks.  Insert a little water into the equation, however, and slicks can&rsquo...
Published on: Jan 21, 2024

Time For New Tires In Stratford?

{{ image('MzI5') }} A lot of factors go into selecting new tires: traction, Stratford weather conditions, handling, load capacity, tread life, looks, warranty and price. CT driving conditions vary fr...
Published on: Jan 09, 2024

Simple Answers from Hansen Auto Body & Automotive for Stratford: Tire Tread Depth

Question How can I tell when my tires are worn so much that they need to be replaced? Answer That is a very important question.  As we discuss the matter, keep in mind that one of the most imp...
Published on: Sep 18, 2023

Selecting Tires

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Hansen Auto Body & Automotive Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Va...
Published on: Jul 17, 2023

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: Feb 17, 2023