These simple recommendations will help to extend the life of your car’s tyres, improving comfort, safety and efficiency.
They may be easy to take for granted, but your car’s tyres matter! Taking care of them is an easy and cost-effective way to help your vehicle perform at its best. Here are some straightforward tips to keep them in great shape:
Do a Pressure Check
Keeping your tyres properly inflated is crucial for their longevity and your vehicle’s efficiency. Underinflated tyres wear out quicker and decrease fuel economy, while overinflation can cause accelerated wear and reduced grip on the road.
You can find the recommended tyre pressures on a label inside the petrol filler flap or on the driver’s door jamb. Regular pressure checks between scheduled services help ensure optimal performance, but ideally you should check at least once a month. Make sure to do it before leaving on a long journey, too — and remember, if you’re travelling with a full load, you might have to adjust the pressure upwards, according to the label.
Rotate, Balancing, Repeat
Tyres wear at different rates depending on their position. For instance, front tyres often wear out faster because they handle both steering and propulsion. Rotating your tyres every 5,000 kilometres can help them wear evenly, extending their lifespan.
At the same time, keeping the wheels balanced can reduce wear on the tyres as well as suspension components. The convenient drive-in tyre shops at Cycle & Carriage can assist with this quick and essential service. Be sure to do a wheel alignment check every two years, too. Having all four wheels set up according to your car maker’s specifications is a great way to preserve tyre life.
The Nitro Advantage
Consider filling up with nitrogen instead of regular air. Nitrogen molecules are relatively large and escape more slowly through the tyre walls, helping to maintain consistent pressure for longer. And unlike oxygen, nitrogen won’t cause corrosion to the steel belts inside the tyre. You might think atmospheric air is already full of nitrogen, but it’s the purity that counts — soda is mostly water, yet it can be fattening because of the other ingredients!
Protect Yourself
Every tyre purchase from Cycle & Carriage comes with the exclusive Tyre Protector Program. It offers free one-to-one replacement if a tyre is damaged by a pointed object or kerb impact. You also benefit from a free tyre inspection at the six-month mark to ensure your tyres are in top condition. Either way, the Tyre Protector Program has got you covered!
The Perks of Proper Tyres
Why take the simple precautions above? Because having good tyres in good condition significantly enhances your driving experience.
Properly inflated tyres can absorb road bumps and vibrations the way they were designed to, ensuring a comfortable drive and a smooth ride. They also grip like they were meant to, which improves handling and braking. This added stability can be crucial during emergency stops, and make all the difference between an accident and a near miss.
Healthy tyres are especially important in rainy conditions too, providing the necessary traction on slippery roads.
Finally, it simply saves money. Suitable tyres with the correct pressure reduce rolling resistance, making your engine work more efficiently and boosting fuel economy.
Simply put, take good care of your tyres they’ll take care of you!
