David Taylor Mayfield Tire Center

How Long Do Tires Last?

You can expect tires to last a few years with good maintenance and driving conditions. Many factors can cause your tires to wear faster, like poor road conditions or extreme weather. It's important to note the types of tires you have on your vehicle, the conditions they are suited for, and your personal driving habits. Some tires last longer than others. You can check your owner's manual for the factory recommendation, ensuring optimum performance when driving your vehicle. Since your vehicle's tires are in constant contact with the road, it's important always to be aware of your tires' condition, ensuring optimum safety and performance.

When Should You Get New Tires?

Tire checks are a part of routine maintenance, and you should always do a quick visual inspection anytime you get behind the wheel. Some signs you can look for that will give you clues when it's time for new tires: visible cracks, bald spots, and excessive wear. You can also listen for excessive tire vibration, road noise, and feel for poor wheel response. Trust your instinct; If your vehicle is not driving as it should, you should do a visual inspection of the tires and contact our service department to do a quick inspection.

How to do the Penny Test to Check Tread Wear

Generally, tire tread should be above 2/32 of an inch. One easy way to check the tread depth is by doing a penny test. Insert a penny upside down into various points on each tire and check to see how much of Lincoln's head is visible. If you can see his whole head, we recommend replacement because it indicates that your tires are very worn. If the difference in tread varies by a lot at different points along the tire, this could indicate uneven wear and you should have our technicians check to see if you need a tire rotation or alignment.