{"id":256,"date":"2022-12-06T14:00:34","date_gmt":"2022-12-06T15:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/torrent411.me\/?p=256"},"modified":"2023-10-27T00:05:51","modified_gmt":"2023-10-27T00:05:51","slug":"keeping-your-summer-tires-going-strong","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/torrent411.me\/index.php\/2022\/12\/06\/keeping-your-summer-tires-going-strong\/","title":{"rendered":"Keeping your summer tires going strong"},"content":{"rendered":"

The tires on your vehicle wheels are literally rubber that meets the pavement, and for better or worse, the summertime can be your tires\u2019 worst enemy. High heat, long road trips, and road construction projects can do a number on your summer tires. If we want to keep our wheels spinning to fall and winter, caring for your summer tires is a must.\u00a0 There are simple, proactive things you can do to maintain<\/strong><\/a> and to protect your tires during the summer months.\u00a0 Check out the list below to maintain the condition of your tires in what many call the dog days of summer<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Before you buy new summer tires<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Before you buy new summer tires, you\u2019ll need to know what to get.\u00a0 You\u2019ll need to find out the correct size of tire as well as its loading recommendations.\u00a0 Your owner\u2019s manual provides that information, and once you are clear on that, you have a few options on what tires to purchase.<\/p>\n

Consider purchasing all season tires or summer performance tires.<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0 All season tires provide a compromise or balance for the warm weather months as well as the cold weather months.\u00a0 All-season tires have moderate tread and a longer tread life.\u00a0 Ideally, they are modeled for wet and dry conditions, and are suitable for most drivers.\u00a0 Summer performance tires are best for high-performance vehicles and are constructed for speed and agility.\u00a0 Summer tires provide the best performance in wet driving conditions.\u00a0 When deciding between the two, you\u2019ll need to consider a few factors, such as the driving conditions where you live, your climate and your performance needs.\u00a0 All of your tires should be the same type.\u00a0 If you choose all season tires, then all four of your tires should be that type, and vice versa with summer tires.\u00a0 Ultimately, use your vehicles owner\u2019s manual as a guide.<\/p>\n

Monitor your tire pressure<\/strong><\/h2>\n

A major component of summer tire care is monitoring your tire pressure.\u00a0 Both underinflated and overinflated tires can cause problems, including blowouts, poor handling and breaking, uneven tire wear, reduced gas mileage and other problems.<\/p>\n

Ideally, your tire pressure should be checked at a minimum of once per month, and always before a long trip.\u00a0 Most experts recommended keeping a tire pressure gauge in your car just for this task.\u00a0 And doing this first thing in the morning, or when your tires are cold, is best for an accurate reading.\u00a0 Your owner\u2019s manual, as well as the inside sticker of your driver side door,\u00a0 gives you the proper PSI to inflate your tire.<\/p>\n

Many new model cars have a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) lamp that lights up when one or more of your tires has low pressure.\u00a0 This also aids you in knowing and checking your tire pressure on a routine basis.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t forget your spare!<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Spare tires, intended only as a temporary fix in the event of a blow out or flat tire, should also be checked routinely for the correct tire pressure.\u00a0 In addition to your owner\u2019s manual, the proper PSI is typically stamped on the side of the spare tire.<\/p>\n

Rotate all your tires, not just your summer tires<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Routinely rotating your tires prevents any imbalance in the tire wear and allows your tires to last longer.\u00a0 Though it depends on the auto manufacturer\u2019s recommendations, tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 6,000 miles.\u00a0 This service may be automatic when you replace your tires at an auto repair shop.<\/p>\n

Keep an eye on your alignment<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Like tire rotation, alignment also plays a part in good summer tire care.\u00a0 A vehicle\u00a0 out of alignment directly impacts your tires, specifically causing uneven wear.\u00a0 Checking your vehicle alignment should be done regularly, and particularly if you notice your vehicle pulling to one side of the road while you\u2019re driving.<\/p>\n

Measure tire tread<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Checking the tire tread should also be done regularly.\u00a0 The ability of a tire to stop within a safe distance can be compromised if the tread of your tire is worn.\u00a0 If your tires don\u2019t have the proper depth of tread, it can lead to dangerous situations on the road.\u00a0 The best way to measure your tire tread is to take a penny and place it upside down in the groove of the tread patterns.\u00a0 If you can see the top of Lincoln\u2019s head, it\u2019s time to replace the tire.\u00a0 If his head is covered, you have enough tire tread.<\/p>\n

What the wear on your tires tells you<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If you notice wearing in the center of your tire tread, this signals over inflation.\u00a0 If there is wear on the sides of your tires, it’s an indication of underinflation.\u00a0 Patchy tire tread patterns or diagonal wear patterns indicate unbalanced tires.\u00a0 But, as long as you keep your wheels balanced and aligned, properly rotated, and inflated, tire tread should wear evenly across your tire.<\/p>\n

Check your summer tires for damage<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Overall, you also want to check your tire for any general visible damage.\u00a0 This can include cuts, cracks, punctures, bubbles, or other signs of damage.\u00a0 All of these would indicate damage done to your tire and the necessity for a replacement.\u00a0 Bars or visible steel belts seen though the tread is another indication of damage to the tire.<\/p>\n

Pack light<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Overloading your vehicle impacts the pressure of your tires.\u00a0 Before you pack up the SUV for a summer trip to the beach with the kids or a road trip across the country with college friends, find out what your vehicle\u2019s gross vehicle weight training is, which details its maximum operating weight.\u00a0 This can be found in the owner\u2019s manual.<\/p>\n

Drive for the weather<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Be mindful of the extreme temperatures and rainstorms that come in the summer<\/strong><\/a>.\u00a0 You want to be a safe and cautious driver at all times of the year but be particularly mindful of driving on the days of extreme high heat or times where flash flooding, or rain puddles could provide a danger to your tires if not driven wisely.<\/p>\n

Avoid driving on areas with nails or other construction debris<\/strong><\/h2>\n

It sounds like common sense, but to protect your tires year round, avoid debris. Steer clear of areas, roads, or construction sites with compromising materials, such as nails, screws. These items could puncture a hole in your tire, leading to a small leak or outright tire failure.<\/p>\n

Know when it\u2019s time to replace your summer tires<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Ultimately, whether it\u2019s due to the end of the service life of your tires, wear and tear, or outright damage, your tires likely need replacing.\u00a0 It\u2019s important for you to know when it is that time<\/strong><\/a>.\u00a0 Barring any immediate reasons to replace your tire, most mechanics recommend replacing them every five to six years, though your owner\u2019s manual\u00a0 gives you more specific information.<\/p>\n

If you are dealing with a slow leak and the cost of replacing your tire is not feasible at that time, auto shops do offer two other, common solutions: the use of a tire plug or patch. Both of these provide a good, temporary solution until you purchase a tire.<\/p>\n

Your vehicle\u2019s tires take the brunt of the wear and tear we put on our cars and help keep us safe on the rough asphalt of the roads, especially during the high heat days of summer.\u00a0 Make summer tire care a priority.\u00a0 Be prepared for the unexpected on the road and get real-time roadside assistance<\/strong><\/a> today!<\/p>\n

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