How to Extend the Life of Your Vehicle’s Tires
Tires wearing down after use is an inevitable occurrence that drivers are used to. However, drivers who don’t properly maintain their tires may notice them wearing down faster than expected. Wondering how to extend the life of your vehicle’s tires? We put together several suggestions, strategies and best practices for you to keep in mind.
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Tires that are properly aligned and balanced will last longer than tires that are misaligned and incorrectly inflated. In addition, tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles. Rotation is important because tires wear down unevenly and following a proper rotation cycle will dramatically increase the lifespan of each tire.
Many external factors can also contribute to a tire’s lifespan and rate of degradation. Hitting your tires against curves, squealing your tires and going over potholes can all cause damage to your tires and significantly reduce their lifespan. Whenever possible, avoid routes with bad roads and broken pavement.
Frequently Asked Tire Questions
How Do I Properly Inflate My Tires?
Properly inflating your tires isn’t too difficult of a process. First, determine your vehicle’s required pressure level (either from an interior sticker or the owner’s manual). Next, use a digital tire gauge to measure its current pressure. Finally, use a compressor (if needed) to refill the tire as needed.
How Do I Know When My Tires Need to Be Replaced?
There are several signs drivers should be aware of when it comes to failing tires. Excessively worn treads, significant cracking and cuts, excessive vibration, uneven tread wear, oddly-shaped bulges and blisters are all warning signs that the tire is at the end of its lifespan and should be replaced.
Located in or around the Dayton, OH area and need tire service? Drivers can trust the Matt Castrucci Nissan service center to help you with tire rotation, balancing and more. Schedule an appointment today and our team of automotive professionals can assist you with all your tire-related maintenance and service needs.
