Tag: Tires

If you have never had to change the tires on your vehicle before, it can feel like quite a challenge if you don’t know what tires your vehicle needs. There are many factors to consider when it comes to changing your tires including price, brand, comfort, appearance, and safety: things that should all be on your checklist. If your car was brand new when you bought it, it is likely that the tires you need are the same as the ones you had to start with. This makes the job fairly simple; as you know which tires you need, the only other job you need to do is find someone reliable to fit them for you. Different vehicles are fitted with different types of tires that are specific to each vehicle. Factors depending on where you live, your typical weather conditions and terrain will all affect the type of tire that you need so it is important to ask a specialist about your tires, as they can advise you depending on all of the above factors. The cost of your new tires will very much depend on your vehicle and tire type. If it was used when you bought it, you may be able to find the name of your tires in your handbook. If you don’t have that information, it is a good idea to do your research before you jump into anything. You can find information from a local dealership or even through the internet. It is also important to check the tires when you buy a used car, as the vehicle could be fitted with the wrong tires so it is a good idea to replace them quickly with the correct tires. Knowing what tires you need is also important because it helps you for the next time you need to change them, meaning you can get replacement tires quickly. There are exceptions, however; some vehicles allow you to have different types of tires. It is important that you research beforehand and that you know for certain that they can be fitted to your vehicle safely. Your tires should be replaced when the tread falls below the legal minimum. In the U.S Most states require a minimum of 2/32 of an inch (approximately 1.6 mm) of tread. If you are pulled over by the police and they are below the minimum legal tread depth you could end up with points on your license and a fine. If they are not up to the standard it will also mean that your vehicle will fail its yearly inspection where it’s required by law. It is important that you carry out regular checks on your tires to make sure that they are in the best condition. These checks can be carried out at home and involve looking for bulges, scratches, general wear and tear and even objects that could have punctured the tires such as sharp stones or nails.]]>