How can I extend the life of my tires?

Can Rotating your tires prolong their life?

“By rotating your tires, you give the tires a chance to even out their wear and get extended life out of your tires,” Edmonds explains. He recommends having your tires rotated about every 3000 to 5000 miles, or at least every time you go in for an oil change.

How do you keep tires from dry rotting?

What can shorten your tires life?

How long can tires sit and still be good?

Tires can last for several years in storage if they are stored in the right conditions. However, many tire experts recommend replacing tires six years after their production date regardless of the tread. Old tires can be compromised in other ways when the rubber compound breaks down.

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What is the oldest tire you should buy?

Over 10 Years Old:

Any tire over ten years old is too weak to ensure safe driving. At this age, it's imperative that you replace your tires. For your safety, we will not service any tires aged 10 years or older.

How do you tell if your tires are too old?

How can I not ruin my tires?

What wears tires the most?

Why do new car tires wear out so fast?

If you've just bought a new car, there's a very good chance your tires won't last as long as you'd expect. Though they may be brand new, it boils down to the fact that the tires you get when you buy your new car usually aren't designed by a major manufacturer brand like Firestone, Michelin, or Goodyear.

How do I moisturize my tires?

Apply a tire dressing once a month. After cleaning your tires, apply a few drops of water-based tire dressing to a cloth or sponge, then cover the surface of the tires with the dressing.

Can you spray WD40 on tires?

While there are some risks associated with using WD40 on your tires, it is generally considered to be safe. However, as we mentioned before, it is a petroleum-based product and can dry out your tires if used too frequently.

How often do tires need to be balanced?

Most manufacturers recommend that all four tires should be rotated and balanced approximately every seven thousand miles. A great way to keep up with this recommendation is to have your tires rotated and balanced about every other time you have your oil changed.

What happens to tires when a car sits too long?

The tires can go flat.

But when a car is left to sit, they can become warped, flat and deflated. Definitely check your tires' air pressure before you resume driving. Bubbles may even appear in the tire and could cause a blowout while driving at high speeds.

How often should I get an alignment?

For virtually all vehicles, it's necessary to get your wheels aligned periodically. Most car experts recommend scheduling an alignment every other oil change, or approximately every 6,000 miles.

What wears faster front or rear tires?

Under normal driving circumstances with a front-wheel drive vehicle (passenger cars, minivans, etc.), the front tires will wear at a slightly higher rate than the rear tires.

Should I put 2 new tires on front or back?

According to Tire Review, new tires should always go in the back. Rear tires provide the vehicle stability, and if they have little tread, then stability is lost.

What eats away at tires?

Burned Rubber

Most of this rubber wears off tires by abrasion on concrete or asphalt, creating a telltale black smear on the road. A little rubber becomes chemically incorporated into asphalt roads, because asphalt and rubber both are made of petroleum oils.

What destroys car tires?

Tires can become damaged for a variety of reasons, and it can happen without the driver being immediately aware there's a problem. The most common types of damage are punctures, cuts, impacts, cracks, bulges and irregular wear.

Are 10 year old tires unsafe?

Old tires are dangerous, regardless of tread depth. While there's no federally sanctioned safety guidance on when a tire is too old to be safe, many carmakers recommend replacement at six years from the date of manufacture. Old tires have been the culprit in fatal accidents.

How long should tires last on a brand new car?

As a general rule, the original tires on a new vehicle or quality replacement tires should last up to 50,000 miles. However, many factors will have a significant impact on any tire's life and may substantially shorten its life expectancy.

How often should tires be replaced?

As a general rule, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends that drivers change the tires on their vehicles every six years. However, there are several factors that can place additional wear and tear on tires that force drivers to change them more frequently.

What is the oldest tire brand?

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company was founded in 1898 by Frank Seiberling in Akron, Ohio. That year, the company had only thirteen employees, and began producing bicycle and carriage tires... Established in 1894, Kelly Tires is the oldest American-made tire brand.