Your vehicle’s tires are the only thing between you and the road. Your vehicle’s performance and handling depend on the tires. How do you choose the right tires and care for your vehicle’s tires to ensure they are safe?
Buy Good Quality Tires
When you are looking to buy new tires, you need to make sure that you are getting the right tire for your vehicle and lifestyle. With so many tire options available, the Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG) rating system provides you data to help you to make an informed purchase. Tires are rated according to three categories; treadwear, traction, and temperature.
The treadwear determines how fast a tire’s tread will wear. Since climate, road, and driver are not always the same, consult with your tire technician to determine the treadwear rating that is best for your vehicle.
Traction rating is important to determine the tire’s ability to grip and stop on a wet road. This rating helps you to stay safe while you drive, in the sun or rain.
The faster and further you drive, the more heat and friction is created. Heat and worn tires are a dangerous combination, you need to know if your tires will withstand high temperatures on the road.
Check Your Tires Regularly
Regularly checking for obvious signs of wear and tear is a must. As a general rule, if the wear and tear catches your eye, it’s time to get them checked out by a professional or buy new tires. Remember, poor tire tread is both unsafe and illegal.
Always keep a spare tire or puncture kit in your vehicle for an emergency.
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