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Bachman’s Auto is excited to share its newest partnership with Mervine’s Exhaust System Specialist. After 75 years in business and spanning over three generations of Mervine’s, the auto repair shop sold to Bachman’s Auto. Longtime owner, Claude Mervine, was happy about the merger and thrilled to continue working in an industry he loves. Claude now works for Bachman’s Auto, where he specializes in work estimates and pricing.

The purchase of Mervine’s Exhaust System Specialist by Bachman’s Auto was a brilliant move for both parties as the partnership helps broaden the services, skills, and expertise offered at the auto repair shop. When asked about the union of the two businesses, Mervine stated, “The combination of the unique skill set from the staff at Mervine’s and the industry knowledge from the folks at Bachman’s Auto makes this partnership a no-brainer. We’re happy to help extend our expertise to the Bachman’s Auto customers and continue to provide the best vehicle repair and maintenance services in Berks County.”

Bachman’s Auto is no stranger to changes and growth. In fact, the auto repair shop first opened its doors as a fleet repair and service division for Bachman’s Roofing, Building & Remodeling, Inc., providing reliable auto repair services to Bachman’s employees and the entire Bachman’s fleet. Fast forward to 2010, when Bachman’s Roofing expanded its space to increase the Bachman’s Auto service center. After the expansion, the trusted fleet repair and service division shop opened its doors to neighbors and the entire Wernersville community so everyone could take advantage of the superior services, fair pricing, and customer-comes-first style of business. Now in 2021, Bachman’s Auto is delighted to expand yet again as they acquire Mervine’s Exhaust System Specialist.

Why Choose Bachman’s Auto for All Your Vehicle Service and Repair Needs

Since its inception, Bachman’s Auto has been the trusted, go-to auto repair shop serving customers throughout the Berks County area. The company is known for its outstanding customer service, competitive pricing, and high-quality car repairs and maintenance services. The technicians are ready to prove what makes them the best in the business by delivering the finest services in:

• Tires
• Alternators and Batteries
• Clutch
• Tune-Ups and Maintenance
• Oil Changes and Lube
• Drive Shaft, Axles, and CV Joints
• Check Engine Light Diagnostics
• Custom Exhausts
• Catalytic Converters

The next time you’re in the area, try Bachman’s Auto for your next oil change, state inspection, or repair service. You can call 610-678-9020 to schedule an appointment.

Seasonal Conditions and Your Tire Treads

The rainy season is here and often occupied with showers that come and go in a moment’s notice. Retro-fitting your car with the proper tires for rainy roads is safe, responsible and recommended. Bachman’s Auto Repair, Inc. is your guide when it comes to your tires and keeping your vehicle maintained for the change of season.

Think of your car’s tires like gloves. You wouldn’t want to be lifting a sharp heavy object with your bare hands. While gloves don’t just protect your hands, they also give you a better grip. Tires are all about grip and protection, allowing your car to handle the surfaces and unexpectant hazards on the road. Grips on your tires are often referred to as “grooves” and they vary in design. Because we understand how vital tires are for your car, Bachman’s Auto tire services feature installations, and more.

The Importance of The Contact Patch

The area of the tire that touches the road is referred to as a contact patch. The best driving conditions involve the contact patch touching the road 100 percent of the time. Here, the contact area remains flat, and hugs the road easily. However, hydroplaning is when the contact patch loses total interaction with the road, and the car begins to slide. This is very dangerous as the driver temporarily loses control of the car where it can drift in any direction. This occurs when excessive ice or water covers the road.

Tire Treads and Rain Grooves

Tires equipped with rain grooves solve this issue altogether. According to this article, rain grooves pull water away from your tires using intricate groove-like patterns that travel along the tire. With the water removed between the road and the tire, the contact area is undisturbed. There is no standard for rain grooves, and the specific grooves themselves matter little. If the treads continue to travel in a longitude-like fashion, the tire will function properly. We still recommend that driving at slower speeds during showers will guarantee a safer trip.

Bachman’s Auto Seasonal Tire Treads

Bachman’s Auto offers seasonal tires that are equipped to handle the road for most of the year. Despite this, it is not recommended that you solely rely on them. There are tires tailored to winter and spring seasons, and those are most effective during snow-heavy or rain-heavy times of the year. Seasonal tires are good for milder seasons, and can handle rain and snow moderately well, just not as well as the former.

Bachman’s Auto dedicates our business to protect our drivers from hazardous driving conditions. If you have any questions about our services, click here to contact us. You may also call us at (610) 678-9020.