Tires: without them, your car might as well be a huge and expensive paperweight. We all know tires are important, but how do you know when it’s time to swap them out for some fresh rubber? There are a few different warning signs that your car needs you to swing by the Honda dealer for some new tires.
The Tread Is Dead
The treads on your tires need to be deep enough to provide grip on the road. If they’re starting to look worn down, it’s time for a change. Not sure if your tire tread is too far gone? You can do a simple test with the penny you have in your pocket. Stick a penny in the tread with the head pointing down. If you can see all of Honest Abe’s head, it’s time to take a trip to the dealership.
Shaking and Vibrations
Is your car vibrating when you hit highway speeds? That could be your tires telling you they’re out of balance or that they have worn unevenly. There might even be some internal damage that’s causing that wobble.
Cracking Rubber
Take a look at your tires. Do they have a significant amount of cracks? That’s a sign of aging rubber, and it might mean that your tires are on the brink of a blowout.
Sidewall Bulges
If you spot lumps and bulges on the sidewall of your tires, that’s a sure sign of tire damage. These bulges represent weak spots that may fail at any time, and they also put you at risk of a sudden blowout.
Frequently Low Tires
Are your tires always low on air, even though you just filled them up last week? You might have a slow leak. Constantly topping up the air in your tires is just delaying the inevitable: it’s time for you to have those tires inspected by a professional.
The Age of Your Tires Matters
No matter how well you’ve taken care of your tires, they will get old eventually. Even if your tires look like they’re in the prime of their life, if they’re older than six years it’s probably time to retire them. Check on your tire’s sidewall for the manufacture date and do the math.
Get Some New Tires at Your Honda Dealer
The folks at the dealership know your Honda inside and out. We’ll hook you up with the perfect set of tires for your vehicle, and you can always take the time for an inspection to make sure the rest of your car is in good shape, too.
Don’t let old, tired tires ruin your vibe. Get a fresh set so you can drive off into the sunset with confidence. Keep an eye out for these signs, and when the time comes, take a trip to Superior Honda for help finding the perfect tires for you.
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