Your car’s tires are possibly their most important component. After all, they’re the only part that constantly makes contact with the ground. That makes them both a necessity for proper performance and critical safety feature of your drives in Burleson, Texas. So how do you tell if they should be replaced? Here are four signs you need new car tires on your Toyota.
- Low tread. If the tread depth is low, your Toyota will have reduced grip on the pavement — especially in wet driving conditions when it’s raining in Burleson. This makes it more dangerous to drive. If you can place a penny head-first down in the tread groove and see all of Lincoln’s head, you need new tires.
- Cracks in the sidewall. Over time, UV rays from the sun cause rubber to dry, so cracks can form in the sidewalls of your Toyota car’s tire. These put the tire at risk of rupturing, so make sure to replace it as soon as you see any cracks.
- Bulges or cuts. Tires can withstand minor nicks and scratches, but bulges and cuts are a different story. These can be caused by anything from curb impacts to nasty potholes to vandalism.
- They’re expired. All tires have an expiration date, typically six years after they were manufactured. Check the four-digit code on the sidewall to find when your tire was made — or better yet, have an expert take a look.
Visit Family Toyota of Burleson, Texas, for all of your tire and car maintenance needs. Contact our service department to schedule an appointment for a set of new, flawless tires for your Toyota.
