11/20/2024
Tire safety is always a concern for most of our customers, if you think you need new tires you can start by checking the tread depth, looking for damage, and listening for unusual noises:
Tread depth
In the United States, tires must have a tread depth of at least 2/32 inches to meet legal safety standards.
Damage
Look for cracks, holes, bulges, or cords in the tire, especially the sidewalls. Cuts or gouges in the sidewall could indicate an air leak or possible blowout.
Noises
A vibrating steering wheel or thunking noise could indicate that your tires are worn or damaged.
Treadwear indicators
All new tires have treadwear indicators, or "wear bars", that appear as the tread wears down.
Uneven wear
If the tread is worn unevenly, it could indicate a wheel alignment, tire inflation, or suspension problem.
Lastly age of the tire is always a concern, To find out how old your tires are, you can look for the Tire Identification Number (TIN) on the sidewall of the tire:
Look for the letters "DOT" on the tire sidewall.
Find the series of letters and numbers that follow "DOT".
The last four digits of the series indicate the week and year of manufacture. For example, a TIN ending with "3815" means the tire was made in the 38th week of 2015.
If the tire's serial number has only three digits, it was made before 2000 and should be replaced regardless of tread depth.
Tires should be replaced every 6 years, or after 50,000 miles, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). However, the age at which you should replace your tires can vary depending on the manufacturer and how well you care for them, Most automakers recommend replacing tires every six years, while some tire manufacturers recommend replacing them at 10 years.
Hope this article helps you and your family stay safe on the road, please feel free to contact us for pricing and free advice.
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