Cold weather puts extra strain on your wheel bearings and hub assemblies — and winter is when many of them finally start to fail. If you’re heading into the holiday travel season, now is the time to check for early warning signs before the roads get icy.

Here’s what to watch for:

• Humming or growling while driving

• ABS or traction lights turning on

• Steering wheel vibration at speed

• Uneven tire wear

• Looseness or play in the wheel

A worn hub can go from noisy to unsafe fast once temperatures drop.

If you’re not sure which OEM hub or bearing your vehicle needs, drop your year/make/model (or VIN) in the comments — I’ll help you find the correct one.

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