Do you need some surefire signs that your car needs new tires? This information from Keeton Auto Repair might help you to recognize when your car’s tires need to be replaced.
They’re Getting Up There in Age
Did you know that your tires have an upper age limit? They do. Tires are sold with both mileage recommendations and age recommendations. So, even if you haven’t hit the mileage limit on your tires, the age of the tires might contribute to problems that mean that the tires should be replaced.
The Tires Are Cracked or Weathered
One of the problems that you’ll gradually notice as your tires age is that they start to look a lot older. The tires start to look gray and they may even start to develop cracks, especially in the sidewalls. If you’ve got some bad habits, like nudging curbs often, that can contribute to tire issues.
The Tread Is Having Issues
The biggest reason to get new tires is that the tread is worn away. Without the tread, your car has no grip on the road. That problem becomes a lot worse during bad weather. Check your tread regularly so that you have a baseline to know when the tread is wearing unevenly or when it’s getting low.
You’ve Got Handling Issues as You Drive
Your car’s tires transmit a lot of information to you as you drive. If you have handling issues, like steering problems or wobbly handling, that can be a sign that there’s something going wrong with your tires. Stop and check the tread or check for anything lodged in the tire that could be causing problems. If you’re not noticing anything, the problem could be that your tires are out of balance or the wheels are out of alignment.
You’re Putting Air in Your Tires Often
You’ll probably have to put air in your tires once in a while because atmospheric changes affect how much air stays in your car’s tires. If you’re checking the air pressure regularly, you’ll be able to spot those differences. But if you’re having to put air in your tires pretty regularly, like more than once a week, that means you’ve got a slow leak somewhere and it might be time to get new tires.
So, is it time for you to get new tires? Let us help you with your tire needs at Keeton Auto Repair in Overland Park, KS.
