The first thing you should do to avoid a blowout is checking your tire pressure. Low tire pressure or incorrect tire pressure is the top cause of tire blowouts. Most new cars now have a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that will warn you if the pressure in your tires is too low.
You should still check your tires for low pressure, especially during colder months when temperatures drop. In addition, you should replace worn tires and tires that have required patches in the past. It’s never a good idea to keep driving on old, worn tires, especially if the treads are worn down. You should be able to place a penny in between the treads to check if they’re worn down. If you can see Lincoln’s head after placing the penny, then you need to replace your tires soon.
Some tires do come with tread indicators that will tell you when to replace your tires as well. Do you need new tires? Stop by our Fort Payne, AL location and see the friendly tire service team at Donohoo Chevrolet. We can help diagnose any tire issues you have and find a new set of tires that will last for up to 10 years.
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