How to extend vehicle tyre life
Looking after your tyres and driving in the correct manner could save you money in the long run. These 5 pro-tips will help you get the most out of your tyres.
The four tyres on your vehicle are critical safety features as they are the only connection between your car and the road. It goes without saying that it is vitally important that the tyres on your vehicle are always in a good condition!
Tyres however can be expensive to replace, especially on bigger vehicles and SUVs. Looking after your tyres and driving in the correct manner could save you money in the long run.
These 5 tips, from motus.cars, supported by Motus Ford (previously Imperial Select), will help you get the most out of your tyres:
How to extend vehicle tyre life with motus.cars
- Check tyre pressures regularly
Ensuring that your tyres are correctly inflated is critical to safe driving and tyre life.
Tyres should preferably be checked when cold and inflated to the manufacturers specifications for the load you are carrying at least once a month.
Look out for a sticker inside the door jam or fuel flap which will indicate the correct pressures.
- Check your cars wheel alignment
Driving on rough or bad roads can have a negative effect on your cars wheel alignment. Incorrect wheel alignment settings could cause uneven tyre wear and rapid wearing of tyres.
Depending on the average mileage, wheel balancing and wheel alignment should be checked by professionals every 6 to 12 months. This can be done at any reputable tyre fitment workshop that will ensure that it remains within the manufacturers specifications by using specialised measuring equipment.
- Rotate tyres periodically
The tyres on the driven axle of your vehicle will wear out quicker than others. This means tyres should be rotated front to back every 10 000km to ensure the longest life possible.
- Drive smoothly
Harsh braking, acceleration and cornering will shorten the life of tyres significantly.
A smoother, more restrained, driving style will go a long way in extending the life of your vehicle’s tyres.
- Fit the correct tyres
When time comes to replace your vehicle’s tyres, ensure that you fit tyres that are the correct size, make sure they are approved by your vehicle manufacturer and that they are a reputable brand, sold by a reputable dealer.
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