Is it better to put new Tyres on the front or back?
Regardless of the drive type, we recommend not fitting the better tyres at the front, but always fitting them at the back. The reason is simple: The rear axle ensures the tracking stability of a vehicle.
When do I need to replace my car tires?
I took my car to the shop 2 weeks ago and I was told that my tires need replacing. I checked them myself and indeed they need to be replaced. Since then however I haven’t replaced my tires and it could be another 2 weeks before replacement. I drive my car about 40 miles a day commuting to and from work.
How old do tires have to be to be taken out of service?
Bridgestone recommends that tires more than 10 years old should be taken out of service and replaced with new tires. Be sure to check your spare tire and replace it if it is more than 10 years old, even if it appears new.
How to make your tires last as long as possible?
The best things to do to make your tires last as long as possible are: 1 Check the tire pressure monthly and adjust according to the pressure recommended by your vehicle 2 Have the tires rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles. 3 Check your vehicle’s alignment twice a year
Where is the best place to change your tires?
We recommend taking your car to a reputable auto repair shop or dealer. It’s easier to check tires, brakes and other components important for safety when your car is lifted on the hoist as opposed to a drive-through oil change service. How to measure the tread depth: The same tires from the photo above, measured with the tire tread depth gauge.
When to replace two tires in front or back?
Replacing Two New Tires: Do they Go in Front or Back? Traditional automotive maintenance recommendations suggest changing all four tires at once when they reach the end of their useful life. And that makes perfect sense when tires have been rotated carefully and have worn evenly throughout their lifespan.
What happens when you put new tires on a car?
When you would move ahead on a wet terrain with the old tires in the front, hydroplaning would occur. In case, it happens the car would understeer, i.e., it would want to move straight ahead. Controlling such a situation is comparatively easier when you have new tires at the rear.
Where do I go to replace my tires?
Come to your local Discount Tire if you have any questions about replacing your tires or shop for tires now. If you need to replace your tires as soon as possible, we can provide payment arrangements through our credit card — offered in partnership with Synchrony Financial.
Do you really need an alignment after getting new tires?
Getting new tires installed on your car is a tough, but necessary part of its maintenance. The tough part is that you have to pay the price for the tires themselves, plus the mounting and balancing, and whatever other fees that the shop likes to tack on. And the necessary part is that your car needs new tires.