Flat tire? Worn tread? Slow leak that keeps coming back? Our Warwick shop handles tire repair, replacement, rotation, and balancing on every make and model. 17 years of honest, hands-on tire care — fast turnaround and clear pricing every time.
Tires are the only thing between your car and the road. Worn or damaged tires turn a quick run to Warwick Mall into a real safety risk — especially on rainy fall mornings or icy winter commutes near T.F. Green Airport. Most drivers wait too long to think about tires. By the time the tread is gone, you're already losing grip and stopping distance.
Primary Care Auto Repair has served Warwick, Cranston, East Greenwich, and the rest of Kent County for 17 years. Owner Jeff Roy and our technicians handle every kind of tire job — from quick patches to four-tire replacements with proper balancing and alignment checks. We service European, Asian, and American vehicles, including SUVs, pickup trucks, and performance cars with low-profile or staggered setups.
Every tire visit includes a free video inspection sent straight to your phone. You see the worn tread, the nail in the sidewall, or the dry-rotted rubber before any work is recommended. That kind of straight-up communication is why drivers from Apponaug, Conimicut, Hoxsie, Cowesett, and Oakland Beach trust our Warwick auto shop with their tire care.
The shop sits at 33 Locust Ave, just off Post Road, minutes from Warwick Mall and the Route 2 corridor. Easy access from I-95 and Route 117 means most Kent County drivers can be in and out fast. Most tire services are completed same day. Book ahead for the fastest turnaround, especially during seasonal tire change-overs in spring and fall.
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Tires give plenty of warning before they fail — if you know what to watch for. Catching these signs early keeps you safer on the road and saves money on bigger repairs.
The penny test still works. Stick a penny in the tread with Lincoln's head down — if you see the top of his head, you're below 2/32" and need new tires. Don't wait.
Wear on the inside or outside edges points to alignment problems. Wear in the center means overinflation. Cupping or scalloping signals suspension issues — let us inspect.
A steering wheel that shakes between 50 and 70 mph usually means out-of-balance tires. Felt through the seat? Could be the rear tires. Easy fix in most cases.
If you're filling a tire every week, you have a slow leak. Common causes are nails, valve stem failure, or rim corrosion from RI road salt. We find the source and fix it.
Sidewall damage means the tire's structure is compromised. A bulge can lead to a sudden blowout at highway speed. Replace immediately, never patch.
If your car drifts left or right with hands off the wheel, you may need an alignment, a tire rotation, or both. Pulling also wears tires faster on one side.
From flat repair to seasonal change-overs, our technicians handle every kind of tire job. We work on cars, SUVs, light trucks, and performance vehicles across all major brands.
Punctures in the tread area can usually be patched safely. We dismount the tire, inspect from the inside, install a proper patch-plug combo, and remount it — never just a stick-in plug.
New tire installation for cars, SUVs, and trucks. We help you pick the right tread for Rhode Island weather — all-season, performance, or dedicated winter tires for snow.
Front tires wear faster than rear on most cars. Rotating every 5,000 to 7,500 miles evens out wear and extends tire life — usually paired with your oil change.
Even a small imbalance causes vibration and uneven wear. We use computerized balancing to spec each wheel — included with every new tire installation.
Misalignment from potholes on Route 117 or curb hits in Apponaug wears tires fast. We check toe, camber, and caster — and recommend alignment when needed.
Tire pressure monitoring sensors fail over time, especially after winters of road salt. We replace failed sensors and program new ones to your vehicle.
Swap your summer tires for winter tires (or back) at the right time of year. We mount, balance, and store the off-season set if you don't have room at home.
Tire keeps losing air? It might be a nail, a bad valve stem, a corroded wheel bead, or a damaged TPMS sensor. We test in water to find the actual leak source.
Worn tires are a top reason cars fail RI inspection. We check tread depth and condition as part of every State Inspection — often paired with tire replacement.
Tires are a safety system. We treat them that way. Here's what every Warwick driver gets when they bring their vehicle to our shop on Locust Ave.
See the worn tread, the embedded nail, the cracked sidewall. Every tire visit includes a video walkthrough sent by text — no upsell pressure.
Earn points on tire service and every other visit. Redeem them for real discounts on future repairs — your loyalty pays back over time.
Owner Jeff Roy brings 17 years of hands-on auto repair experience. You talk directly to the team working on your vehicle, every visit.
European, Asian, and American vehicles. From BMW and Mercedes to Toyota, Honda, Ford, Jeep, and Subaru models.
A summer-only performance tire that grips great in July is dangerous on icy December mornings near Conimicut. A heavy all-season tire on a sports sedan ruins handling. Some Warwick shops just push whatever tire they have in stock — we don't. We help you pick the right tread for how you actually drive: highway commutes on I-95, beach trips down to Oakland, or stop-and-go on Post Road.
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Toyota, Honda, Lexus, Nissan, Kia, Hyundai
Ford, Chevy, Jeep, Dodge, GMC, Cadillac
Light truck and performance tires
Quick answers to the tire questions we hear most often at the shop.
It depends on what your vehicle needs. A flat repair runs lower. New tire installation includes mounting, balancing, and disposal of the old tire. We always quote upfront — no surprises.
Every 5,000 to 7,500 miles for most vehicles. We usually pair tire rotation with oil changes so you only have one trip to the shop. Skipping rotations cuts tire life by years.
When the tread reaches 2/32" of remaining depth. RI law also requires tires to be free of bulges, cuts, and exposed cord. If yours are close to either, we'll let you know during your next visit.
Usually yes — if the nail is in the tread area and not in the sidewall. We dismount the tire, patch from the inside, and remount it. Sidewall damage always means replacement.
Yes. We carry quality winter tires for Rhode Island weather and can do seasonal change-overs in spring and fall. Book early — winter slots fill up fast in October and November.
Yes. We work on staggered setups, low-profile tires, and run-flats common on European vehicles. Our equipment handles every wheel size and tire type.
From Apponaug Village to Oakland Beach, we keep Kent County drivers rolling on safe, properly balanced tires. Walk-ins welcome when the schedule allows.
Honest tire service in Warwick. Repair, replacement, rotation, and balancing — most jobs done same day. Conveniently located near Route 2, Post Road, and I-95.
