Tire Care Advice in Dayton, OH

Tire Care FAQs

One area where we receive a lot of questions from our Fairborn customers is tire care and maintenance. Everybody knows how important it is to take care of their tires, but many forget to attend to the little maintenance habits that easily extend the life of their tires. By creating a regular rotation and balancing schedule, and then sticking to it, you know that you're getting every mile possible out of your vehicle's tires.

We draw customers from Huber Heights and points beyond, and we get plenty of questions about tires and their care. Here are a few of the most common.

How can I tell when it's time to replace my tires?

The easiest way to tell is to perform what's called the "penny test." Just put a penny head first into the grooves of your tire. If part of President Lincoln's head is obscured by the tread, your tires are okay. If you can see the top of his head at all times, you need to replace your tires -- and soon.

Why is it important to rotate my tires?

Most vehicles put more wear and tear on the front tires, due to both weight and braking, than they do the rear tires. By rotating your tires on a regular basis, you ensure even wear and tear on all four tires and extending the amount of use you get out of each set -- and putting off the need to purchase new tires.

How often should I rotate my tires?

While most manufacturers give you a specific schedule, a general rule of thumb is to change them every 6,000 to 8,000 miles. Of course, making a regular habit of visiting our Service Center from your Huber Heights home allows our technicians to track your rotation schedule and take care of things for you.

What about alignments?

Wheel alignments are another essential service that far too many of our Vandalia customers forget about. This adjustment of your vehicle's suspension adjusts the angles of your tires, improving your handling, reducing any vehicle pull, and helping your tires to last longer and perform properly.

Learn More About Proper Tire Care

If you're interested in getting the most value out of your tires, contact us and schedule an appointment to visit our Service Centers. Our expert technicians are always happy to help our Englewood OH customers keep their car or SUV in top running condition.