Posted on 6/30/2023
A vehicle's tires are essential to safety and performance. By driving a car with worn-out tires, your car will perform poorly, and be putting others at risk. Therefore, you should always inspect your tires to check if they are roadworthy. The following is how you can tell if you need new tires: Cracks Tires will age and deteriorate naturally with use. Heat, ice, water, and other chemicals that react with rubber will lead to tire degradation. When your tires have cracks due to wear and tear, it is time to get new tires. These tires are a major risk because they may lead to a tire bust and possibly a road accident. The good news is that it is easy to check for and notice cracks in tires. Tread Depth The most common way of knowing if your tires need replacing is to check their treads. Tire treads should create friction between the tires and the road. The deeper the treads, the more grip the tires have. Therefore, the tire treads should be as deep as possible. If the treads are ... read more