What Factors Affect Tires' Life Expectancy?
The
questions "how many miles do tires last" and "how many
miles should tires last" may have different answers, depending
on a number of factors.
- Type of tire:Â High-performance
tires have extra grip but may wear faster than all-season tires which have less
rolling resistance.
- Treadwear rating:Â Your
tires also come with a treadwear rating, which rates the life expectancy of the
tire treads.
- Drivetrain:Â Tires
wear differently on front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, and all-wheel drive
vehicles, because of where the main power for forward motion comes from.
- Road
conditions:Â If you have to drive on gravel or dirt roads
regularly, or you encounter construction, snow, salt, rain, and ice, your tires
will take more of a beating. If you plan to use your vehicle for off-roading,
this will make a big difference as well.
- Terrain:Â If
you live in an area with inclines on the roads, more friction on the tires is
required to start and stop the vehicle than on flat surfaces.
- Driving
habits:Â Having a lead foot on the gas and brakes will wear
out your tires faster than accelerating gradually and letting coasting do some
of the braking work.
Tire Care Tips For
Long-Lasting Tires
In addition to more cautious driving
habits, there are a few things car owners in Powell can do to extend the life
of their tires:
- Inspect for proper air
pressure when you fill your gas tank, as many gas stations
have tire inflation stations.
- Regularly inspect
tire tread depth for tire tread wear.
- Rotate
your tires for more even distribution of tire wear.
- Take
your vehicle in for regularly scheduled maintenance.
Take
Care of Your Tires at Byers Mazda
The experienced
technicians at Byers Mazda can answer any additional questions about tire care
and provide more tips for car owners, including our Mazda
Tire Pressure Guide, Mazda
Maintenance Schedule and more. When you are ready to get new tires in
Worthington, be sure to check out our parts and service coupons to
get a great deal!