How Long Do Tires Last?
The tires are the unsung heroes of your car. They're one of the main reasons you can confidently navigate Norwood, Westwood, and Dedham, MA. However, like many parts of your vehicle, they'll deteriorate over time and need replacements.
With that in mind, you may wonder, "How long do tires last?"
BMW of Norwood is here to answer that question to get a feel for when you'll need to replace them!
The Shelf Life of Tires Vary
How long tires last depends on various factors. Your driving style and how often you drive will play significant roles. Additionally, the type of tires your car has will also matter. Generally, tires will last three to five years, or 12,000 to 15,000 miles.
You can extend your tires' lives by driving safe distances and
having them serviced regularly.
What Impacts Tires' Lives?
Several factors impact tires. Tires wear naturally with use. However, age can also play a part in their decline. Tires that don't get regular work can wear down due to age. You'll usually see this happen with collectible and recreational cars and spare tires. While the tread won't wear on an aged tire, the structure will.
Road hazards such as curbs and potholes can cause your tires to wear and sustain immediate damage if the impact is significant. Hitting a curb or pothole can also cause misalignment and suspension damage. If you notice your car isn't performing up to its standards after making an impact with a road hazard, schedule a service appointment immediately.
Weather conditions are another common reason tires wear. Rain, snow, and ice can all contribute to tires wearing down because they have to work harder to grip the road. If you want to avoid this, our tire center has plenty of tires designed to hold up in these conditions.
How Will I Know When It's Time to Replace Tires?
As a car owner, it's crucial that you know when it's time to
replace your tires. Driving on worn tires for too long can cause significant damage to your vehicle and increase the chances of a collision.
We recommend regularly checking the tires' tread depth since that's one of the most common signs a tire should be replaced. You can check the tread depth with a tread depth gauge or the penny trick. If you can see all of Lincoln's head, it's time to replace the tires.
Rough driving, shaking, vibrating, or noise from the tires means they should be replaced or they're off balance.
Check the DOT number on the tire's sidewall. Your tires will have "DOT" written on it, followed by 11 or 12 letters and numbers. The final four digits will signal the week and year they were made.
I Need to Replace My Tires
If it's time to replace your tires,
BMW of Norwood can help! We have a tire center with plenty of tires to fit your vehicle. Drivers in Norwood, Westwood, and Dedham, MA, can trust us to provide suitable tires for their ride and install them if needed. Contact us today to get your tires!
