When to Get New Tires from Your Chevrolet GMC Dealer

Every few years, you’re going to have to stop by your Chevrolet GMC dealer to get some new tires for your car. This is because your tire tread wears down as you drive, and old tires can also weaken and start to crack or bulge. There are lots of ways to tell when it’s time to replace your tires, and there are also a few ways to prolong their lifespan.

When the Tread Gets Too Low

Your tires must have at least 1/16 of an inch of tread to be considered road-safe. Regularly check your tread depth with a tread depth gauge or a penny. A tread depth gauge provides a specific measurement, but a penny works just fine if you can’t get your hands on a gauge when you need one.

Put the penny into your tread upside down, then check how much of Lincoln’s head you can see above the tread. When his whole profile becomes visible, visit the dealer to replace the tires.

When You Can See the Tread Wear Indicator

Tires these days have tread wear indicators in them to help you determine when it’s time to replace them. The indicators are flat rubber bars and are easy to spot because they run perpendicular to the tread. If you can see two or more of these indicators, then your tires are very close to not having enough tread left to be road-safe. Replace them as soon as you can.

When the Tires Are Visibly Damaged

The sidewall of your tires may develop cracks or bulges as the tires age. Bring your car to the dealer as soon as you see a single crack or bulge appear in one of the tires. Tires with cracks may soon start to leak, and both cracks and bulges can lead to your tire blowing out at any time.

When You Can Feel Too Much Vibration While Driving

Every journey, even on brand-new tires and smooth roads, has some vibration. But over time, you’ve probably come to know how much vibration is normal and how much isn’t on your frequently driven routes. If you’re feeling more vibration than usual, then your tires may have worn down unevenly, so they need to be replaced.

Top Tips for Tire Maintenance

All tires wear down and need to be replaced eventually, but there are a few things you can do to help yours last longer:

• Get regular tire rotations
• Maintain safe tire pressure
• Repair punctures ASAP
• Switch to winter tires in very cold weather

Swing by LeValley Chevrolet GMC if you need new all-season tires, new winter tires, or tire repairs and maintenance. We can handle any problem and answer any query when it comes to maintaining your vehicle.

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