How To Make Your Tires Last Longer
Drivers in the San Jose and Milpitas communities are always interested in stretching their budget and maximizing their investment in their cars, trucks, and SUVs. At Premier Nissan of San Jose, we are eager to assist our customers in getting the most from their vehicles with affordable service and maintenance, as well as helpful tips like lengthening the life of their tires. Knowing just a few tips about proper tire care is sure to add to the life of your tires and help you save money on this costly yet essential component for your vehicle.
The Causes Of Early Tire Wear
When you think about the amount of tire tread in contact with the surface of the road, it is relatively small, just a few inches. So it is vital to keep your tires in good condition to ensure your safety, especially in wet road conditions. Ideally, your tires will wear evenly across the entire surface to provide the longest life expectancy. When you discover odd or uneven wear patterns, it is essential to correct the problem immediately to prevent the premature failure of your tires. Common wear issues include:
• Excessive inner and outer tread wear - is typically caused by tire misalignment. The solution is to visit Premier Nissan of San Jose for a professional wheel alignment.
• Wear in the center of the tire tread – the center of the tire wearing out too soon is often due to over-inflating the tires – check the tire's sidewall for proper PSI or stop into Premier Nissan of San Jose for tire service.
• The tire tread edge is worn – this issue is caused by underinflation. Check the recommended PSI or have the pros at Premier Nissan of San Jose properly inflate the tires for you.
• Diagonal wear or cupping – when your vehicle has a severe suspension issue, the tires will show excessive wear diagonally across the tread. The only solution is to visit Premier Nissan of San Jose for service and any necessary repairs.
• Patchy wear – if the tread wear is uneven, the tires are often out of balance, which the experts can quickly correct at Premier Nissan of San Jose.
Hints For Longer Tire Life
Simple tire care and maintenance is the secret to getting the longest life and most value for your investment in quality tires. Your routine should include:
• Check the air pressure each month and correct as needed
• Rotate the tires every 5,000 miles for the most even wear
• Have the tires professionally inspected and balanced when you notice any difference in the feel as you are driving
• Have your vehicle alignment checked every six months to prevent excessive wear
Any time you feel new shaking, bouncing, or pulling or the steering wheel, the issue could be related to your tires. The best way to prevent costly damage or an accident is to stop by Premier Nissan of San Jose for a tire and suspension inspection by the automotive experts in our service department. Call us for an appointment or use our online scheduling tool.
