When should you replace your tires?

Replacing your tires properly and on time is one of the most important things you can do to keep your car safe on the road. How long tires last depends on how you use them and on road conditions. So how do you know when it's time to replace them?
Signs your tires need replacing
1. The tread depth is low
The tread is what gives a tire its grip on the road. Tread depth should not be less than 1.6 mm. You can check it with the wear indicators on the tread.
2. The tire is wearing unevenly
Uneven tire wear can come from incorrect pressure, shock absorber problems or imbalance.
3. The tire has cracks or holes
Cracks, deformation or holes in the sidewalls make it more likely that the tire will soon blow out.
4. Grip has dropped
If the car is getting harder to control on wet, snowy or icy roads and tends to skid, have your tires checked.
Which brands should you consider when choosing tires?
When you replace your tires, it's important to choose quality brands. Some of the most reliable and popular ones:
- Michelin: a well-known premium brand.
- Continental: known for stable grip in different weather conditions.
- Pirelli: specializes in tires for sports cars and high-performance tires.
- Lassa: offers quality tires at an affordable price.
- Nokian: especially suited to snowy and icy roads.
- Goodyear: stands out for long life and durability.
- Bridgestone: offers high performance and strong grip.
- Roadstone: strikes a good balance between price and quality.
Compare models and prices for these and other brands on the brands page.
Where can you buy tires?
It's best to buy tires from official, reputable sellers. We don't sell tires; we just bring the offers together in one place. To buy, contact the sellers. You can compare all current offers in your size in tire search and see the list of sellers on the sellers page.
The bottom line
Replacing tires on time makes your car safer and keeps the risk of accidents to a minimum. Check your tread depth, the condition of the sidewalls and the age of your tires regularly.
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