Proper Care For Your Tires Means Safety And Fuel Savings

Before going anywhere, you must first check your tires' condition

. You can save money at the gas pump, keep your car safer and help it last longer as long as you keep your tires well-maintained.

With these tips, your tires will be in good shape and you'll have safe travels all year long.

Choose carefully when it comes to tires. When you select tires, it should be based on the recommended size for the vehicle and loading recommendations. When selecting tires for your vehicle or driving patterns, you can consult and automobile dealer and seek advice.

It's important to buy a tire gauge and keep it in your car just in case you'll need it. This will inform you whether or not it's time to add more air to your tires.

Remember to check the pressure of your tires once a month and especially if you've just taken a long trip. Damages that can lead to tire failure are caused by underinflation. Uneven wear, handling and stopping problems are often caused by overinflation. Therefore, it's important to use as a guide the manufacturer's recommended air pressure.

Don't speed up during wet weathers. The amount of the tires tread contacting surface of the road increase if you reduce your speed, therefore providing better traction.

For every 6,000 miles, try to rotate your tires. If you noticed your tires showing uneven wear, then you need to ask your automotive service professional to correct any mechanical problems involved before rotation.

Checking your vehicle alignment is another thing you need to remember. If you notice your vehicle pulling to one side, ask an automotive professional to check the alignment.

Also remember to inspect and measure your tire tread. To do this, place a penny in the tread groove and you'll know it's time to replace it when you can see the top of Lincoln's head.

The tire sidewalls needs to be checked to make sure that there aren't any gouges, bulges, or other irregularities.

Remember not to overload your vehicle because in can create excessive heat inside your tires.

Another thing you need to periodically check is your tire balance. Causes of irregular wear include an unbalanced tire and wheel assembly.

You can be assured of having safe, enjoyable, and affordable vacation drives as long as you regularly check your tires.

by:Kristin Alexander..

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