When it comes
to car maintenance, many car owners are primarily focused on maintaining what’s
under the hood. This means that their car’s tires are an afterthought—usually
until something goes wrong. Fortunately, having tires replaced in Portland is a
simple process thanks to auto dealerships, like McLoughlin Chevrolet, that have
their own auto service centers.
After you’ve
had your tires replaced, you’ll definitely want to make sure that your new set
lasts as long as possible. Contrary to what you may initially believe,
extending the lifespan of your tires
is a relatively simple task, as long as you follow these quick tips:
Keep a Close Watch on Tire Pressure
One of the
fastest ways to wear out your tires early is by ignoring tire pressure for long
periods of time. Tires need to stay inflated at the recommended level for your
vehicle to ensure your tires are able to handle the stress of the car’s load.
Otherwise, your tires may suffer from uneven tread wear. Take the time each
week to use a tire pressure gauge to check the air pressure in each tire. If
you are unsure of how much air should be in your tires, you may check the
recommended level by consulting a small sticker attached to the side of the
driver’s door.
Avoid Overloading Your Car
It can be
difficult to avoid overloading your car in certain situations, such as when
you’re moving into a new home or you recently just purchased something large
like a sofa or refrigerator. However, make sure you don’t overload your car
often. An overloaded car tends to place unnecessary stress on your tires. As
you can imagine, regularly overloading your car can easily wear out your tires
prematurely, as well as other parts of your car like your suspension. The
effect only gets worse if you drive overloaded vehicles on bad roads.
Inspect Your Tires for Debris
Rocks and other
debris can easily get stuck between the tread of your tires. It may not seem
like much at first, but having debris stuck there reduces the tread’s ability
to wick away heat generated by the friction from the road. Aside from small
rocks, you should also try to look for nails or screws that you may have run
over. These can easily lead to air leaks that mess with the tire pressure. If
you find any, you can easily take your car to any service center to have your tires vulcanized.
Have a Mechanic Rotate Your Tires
Tire rotation
refers to having your front and back tires switched. Why do this? It’s because
tires tend to wear out unevenly on a natural basis, with the front tires
wearing out faster since these tires are subject to the movements of the
steering wheel. To extend the lifespan of all four tires, it’s best to have an
experienced mechanic rotate your wheels after every 5,000 to 8,000 miles. This
assures you that your tires are wearing out evenly, helping you avoid having to
replace a pair of tires more often than the other pair.
About McLoughlin
Chevrolet: McLoughlin Chevrolet is proud to be one of the best auto
dealerships serving Milwaukie, Portland, Beaverton, and Hillsboro, OR. Aside
from offering a wide range of new and used cars, we also have an in-house auto
repair service. McLoughlin Chevrolet is proud to have certified mechanics
dedicated to providing top-notch auto service for all Chevrolet vehicles.
Sources:
How to Extend
Tire Life, consumerreports.org
Tips to Maximize Tire Life, goodyear.com
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