Time for New Tires? Visit Your Chevy Dealership Today

Tires are one car part that should be kept in excellent condition at all times. Damaged rubber, shallow tread depths, or excessive unevenness can lead to all kinds of trouble on the road. If you’ve noticed the following indications of worn-out tires, head to your local Chevy dealership without delay for a set of new tires. 

Bulges or Blisters 

A heavy impact against a curb or pothole can sometimes cause an inner layer of tire rubber to rupture. When this happens, escaping air can become trapped under the outer rubber layers, forming a bulge or blister. Any such damage means the tire has to go.

Holes or Deep Cuts

Holes and cuts can be caused by road debris. If a tire has a hole or deep cut anywhere in the treads or sidewalls, have it inspected by a technician right away. It may be possible to repair the damage. Otherwise, the tire will often need to be replaced.

Irreparable Punctures 

Likewise, some small punctures can be safely repaired. However, it might be impossible to repair a large puncture or one in an awkward position, such as on the shoulder or sidewall. Embedded nails and similar objects also frequently cause punctures. Always have an embedded object removed from the tire.

Too Many Cracks

It’s natural for tire rubber to dry out gradually over time. This can cause tiny cracks to appear in the sidewalls. If you notice these sidewall cracks spreading excessively or becoming deeper and longer, you may need to purchase a new set of tires. 

Worn-Down Treads

The tread depths on tires also wear down steadily over time. During most of the year, it’s time for replacements when your tire treads reach 2/32 of an inch in depth. During winter, when the roads are wetter and icier, consider replacing your tires long before they become this shallow. 

Excessively Uneven tires 

An unequal distribution of weight and driving pressures at each end of a car often causes tires to wear down unevenly. This can reduce the quality of handling while increasing the risk of blowouts and skids.

Regular tire rotation is usually a reliable solution to the issue of unevenness. However, if your tires have become too uneven to rectify with rotation, you might need to have all four replaced. 

Expired Tires

No matter the apparent condition of your tires, it’s wise to replace them when they near the manufacturer’s recommended expiry date. This expiry date is often six years of age, but sometimes as much as ten. Check the maximum safe usage age of your particular brand of tires. 

Visit Fredericktown Chevrolet today to have your tires inspected, rotated, or replaced. We provide the drivers of Fredericktown, OH, with consistently high-quality vehicles, deals, and customer service. 

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