Tires are vital to ensuring your safety on the icy roads of Minneapolis. Worn or damaged tires can impact your driving experience and compromise your family’s safety. While it’s tempting to search around for your next set of wheels, there are some great benefits to visiting your local Ford dealership first. Here’s a handy list that you can use to decide if it’s time for some new tires.
Tires do degrade over time: a natural outcome of friction, vehicle weight, and speed, as well as other factors such as weather and storage conditions. Our certified experts in our Service Department are on hand to answer any of your questions about your tires. Here are some common questions that we get asked.
Are My Tires Old?
Whether you are driving long distances every day, or taking the Ford out once a week to the shops, your tires will still age the same way. Factors like sunlight, water, and exposure to chemicals can eventually weaken the rubber that your tires are made from. As a rule of thumb, it’s recommended that you replace your tires if they are more than six years old. That includes your spare tire, even if you haven’t had to use it.
Are My Tires Worn Down?
The tread on your Ford’s tires will gradually wear down due to road conditions and driving habits. If the tread level gets too low, your vehicle’s safety will be compromised, as it will be more difficult to retain a solid grip on the road. A handy way to check tread depth is to insert a penny into your tire’s grooves. If you can see the top of President Lincoln’s head, your tires are getting too worn down for safe driving.
Are My Tires Damaged?
There are a few warning signs of damage that you can spot with the naked eye. Look out for things like bulges, blisters or bubbles on the surface of your tires, or if there are any cracks visible in the tread grooves. These signs, along with more obvious ones like punctures or cuts, are a clear indication that your tire’s safety is compromised.
If you think your tires are old, worn, or damaged, it’s time to get them professionally checked out. Our friendly and professional Service Department team is ready to answer your questions and take care of your tire replacement needs. Schedule a routine tire service at Freeway Ford in Minneapolis, MN and we’ll get you back on the road in no time.
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