Groton Tire and Auto Service

⛽ Gas prices have us all squinting at our fuel gauges, hoping there is enough fuel to get your destination. 😱
We’ve seen people trying to draft behind semi-trucks and coasting down Long Hill Rd in neutral just to save a nickel. But before you start looking for a sail to strap to your roof, let’s talk about some car maintenance that actually works (and won’t get you pulled over).
Think of your car like a marathon runner. If they’re wearing flip-flops (bad tires), breathing through a straw (dirty air filter), and haven’t had water in three days (old oil), they aren't winning any races—and they’re burning way too much energy.

How to stop your car from drinking gas like it’s at an open bar:

1. Tire Pressure: Low tires are basically like driving through sand. Fill 'em up and save enough for a decent cup of coffee every week. ☕
2. The "Check Engine" Light: It’s not just a dashboard decoration or a cozy orange nightlight. A bad oxygen sensor can tank your mileage by 40%. That’s basically like throwing a 20-dollar bill out the window every time you hit the highway. 💸
3. Alignments: If your car is pulling to the right, it’s not trying to take you to the scenic route—it’s dragging its feet and wasting your fuel.

Don’t let your car treat your wallet like an all-you-can-eat buffet. Swing by Groton Tire and Auto at 609 Long Hill Rd. We’ll get you running lean and mean so you can spend your money on things you actually enjoy—like literally anything other than gas.
📍 609 Long Hill Rd, Groton📞 860-448-0058

Is your car/truck currently making noises that sound like a heavy metal band performing inside a blender? 🎸🥤
Winter in Connecticut is officially over (although it hasn't felt like it), but your car is still holding a grudge. Between the salt, the slush, and that one pothole on Route 1 that definitely had its own zip code, your ride has been through the blender.
If your alignment is so off that your car keeps trying to "steer" into the nearest Dunkin’ without your permission, it’s time for a check-up. 🍩☕️
At Groton Tire and Auto, we’ll help you shake off the winter blues with:
✅ Alignment Checks (Because driving straight shouldn't be a workout)
✅ Tire Rotations / Summer swap out (Give them a fresh start!)
✅ Suspension Repairs (For when that pothole actually won)
✅ And all your other auto repair and maintenance!
Don’t let your car’s "Check Engine" light become your new favorite dashboard decoration.
📍 Groton Tire and Auto – Where we fix what winter broke.
Book your post-winter spa day for your car today!

Alignments are crucial after a vehicle restoration. Seen here is one of our customers Buick's getting it's post restoration alignment.