Each vehicle requires service and maintenance to perform at its maximum potential. More regular forms of maintenance are oil changes and tire rotations, but every few years drivers should invest in new tires. Some tires can last up to 50,000 miles when the driver keeps up to date on tire rotations, wheel alignments and other important services, but may need to be replaced sooner based on the road conditions and usage. Continue reading below to learn about having your vehicle’s tires replaced at Lexus of Concord.
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5 Ways to Tell When Tires Need to be Replaced
Tires play an integral role in the performance of a vehicle and require plenty of tread to provide the traction and control necessary to get from point A to point B safely. While some tires can be used for up to 50,000 miles, road conditions and services can impact the tread wear. Continue reading below to learn how to tell when tires need to be replaced.
- Tread wear is worn lower than 2/32 of an inch, which can be measured by placing a penny in the tread grooves and looking to see if Lincoln’s head is completely covered or exposed. When you can see Lincoln’s head, the tread has worn to lower than 2/32 of an inch.
- A tire should be replaced if there are bulges or bubbles in the tire’s sidewall.
- Tires should be replaced if they are more than 6 years old, regardless of the condition they are in.
- If the tire wall has cracks, the tire should be replaced.
- Tires should be replaced if they show irregular tread wear.
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Schedule Lexus Tire Replacement in Contra Costa County, CA
It is recommended that when drivers notice irregular tread wear, bulges or other symptoms that indicate that tires should be replaced, they order new tires and have them replaced with a trusted service department. Lexus drivers in and around Contra Costa County, CA are invited to visit Lexus of Concord for new Lexus tires. Visit our Lexus Tire Store and give us a call at 925-520-3184 when it’s time to get new tires. We hope to see you soon!
