If you aren't regularly inspecting and maintaining your tires, you may be at risk of experiencing a dangerous blowout. The consequences of insufficient tire maintenance are myriad, from hydroplaning and significant decreases in handling and control to increased fuel used and longer stopping times. At Mercedes-Benz of Greensboro, we want to make it easy for Alamance drivers to know when their tires need to be replaced.
Multiple Factors Contribute to Tire Wear
Some tire manufacturers recommend replacing tires at least once every five to six years. If you have alignment issues or if you consistently fail to have your tires rotated and balanced, your tires will invariably wear at a much more rapid rate. Fortunately, many tell-tale signs indicate the need for tire change service if the five to six-year schedule isn't right for you. These include:
- Falling Tire Pressure - Regularly losing pressure in your tires is a likely sign of small air leaks.
- Unevenly Worn Tire Treads - Tire wear is often uneven when tires are under or over-inflated, when alignment is off, or when suspension damage has occurred.
- Excessive Noise & Odd Vibrating Sensations - This might be a sign that your tires aren't properly inflated or that your wheel alignment is off.
- Cracked Rubber - When tire rubber starts cracking, this always means that tires have reached the end of their lifespans.
- Bubbles on the Sidewalls of Tires - Noticeable bubbles on the sidewalls of your tires can be a sign of defective products. They can also mean that air is getting trapped between the individual layers of the tires.
Learn More at Mercedes-Benz of Greensboro
To perform a reliable tire test in Burlington, NC, simply place a copper penny into your tire treads with Lincoln's head facing down. If you can see the top of Lincoln's head, your treads are too low, and your tires need to be changed. To learn more about proper tire maintenance near High Point or to have your tires changed by our friendly, seasoned mechanics, drop by Mercedes-Benz of Greensboro today!
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