Tyres and Wheel Alignment
As the only point of contact between you and the road, tyres have a direct link to the quality of your ride as well as your safety in general. Many times vehicle owners are unaware of the condition of their tyres and using sub-par tyres may have serious consequences.
In general, tyres last an average of 2 years with daily use. Although you do not have to change them as frequently, it is always good to check your tyres regularly to look out for any early signs of damage and act on it accordingly.
Here's a list of things you can do to make sure your tyres are always in good shape.
Check Your Tyre Treads Regularly
Bumps and cracks in the sidewalls of your tyres are the number one sign of damage to look out for. When ignored, these little defects may potentially cause your tyres to explode resulting in a loss of control of the vehicle.
Maintain Correct Tyre Pressure
It is recommended that your tyres get rotated every 10,000 to 12,000km, or every six months. The weight placed on the front and the rear tyres are not equal, causing your tyres to wear out unevenly. Switching the positions of your tyres regularly helps counter this problem, helping them wear out at a constant rate which in turn increases breaking distances as well as the life of the tyres.
Ensure your wheel alignment is right
This means that your tyres are seated exactly how they're supposed to be. You can easily identify misaligned tyres with these red flags:
- The steering wheel vibrates when you drive
- The car seems to be drifting to one side, even if you are driving straight
- You are driving straight but the steering wheel is not centred
- The surface of your tyres are visibly uneven
If you've experienced one or more of these signs, it's highly recommended that you visit our workshop and get it checked out.
There are many different types of tyres available on the market to suit different vehicles and driving needs - talk to us and we'll advise options based on what's available in your specific tyre size, and your typical driving patterns.
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