Bad tires can make your vehicle difficult to drive or create a
driving hazard, because balding or misaligned tires will slip in certain weather conditions. In addition, if your tires are not
properly inflated, by being under or over inflated, your ties can wear down prematurely which will require a
new set of tires. Even without premature wear, tires need to be replaced a few times during the span of your
car's life.
It's important to check your tires at least once a month to see signs of advanced wearing on the inner and
outer side of the tires, or if one side of the tire is wearing faster than the other. If
you notice either of these premature conditions, then you should consider purchasing new set of tires from our
shop.
Some tires have wear-indicators that will notify you that it is time for a new set of tires. If you do not
have these indicators, you can use the penny test to determine if your tires are good. This test requires you
to insert a penny into a tread groove with Lincoln's head upside down. If you can see the top of Lincoln's
head, then you need new tires.
Of course, the best way to ensure that your tires are safe to drive on is to visit our shop once a month so
that we can properly inspect them for you.
Troubleshooting Tires
Keep an eye out for these common
signs that you may need new tires or service. If your vehicle exhibits any
of these symptoms, Bring it in for us to look at:
When driving, your car
pulls to one side or the other.
You notice rhythmic
vibrations.
Your tires are wearing
unevenly.
Your tires won't maintain
proper air pressure.
Shakes at Highway
Speed
Low speed wobble in
wheel
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The numbers in the tire size refer to its width,
aspect ratio, and wheel diameter. "185/75R14" means the tire is
185 mm wide, has an aspect ratio (that is, the width divided by
the height) of 75%, and fits on a 14" rim.
"R" means radial tire. They're all radials nowadays. Speed
ratings are usually inserted before the "R." The most common
speed ratings are HR (good for 130mph), VR (149 mph), and ZR
(more than 149 mph).
5 Signs You Need New Tires
Checking a car's tires for wear and tear
According to the National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), tire failure causes around 11,000 car crashes each year. The NHTSA
recommend doing a quick tire inspection once a month.
Here's What To Look For:
Bulges, gouges or cracks
When a tire deflates, it bulges at the sides. This is a sign of low tire pressure or a slow air leak.
If you see cracks in the sidewall, gouges or anything that looks odd, bring your vehicle into
Automotive Specialty Services in Avon Ohio and have us take a look at it.
Tread wear
The old-school penny test is one way to check your treads: Place a penny into the tread, with
Lincoln's head pointing down. If you can still see the top of his noggin, the tread is dangerously
low. Most modern tires, however, have wear bars: bits of rubber woven into the pattern at a specific
depth. You can find the wear bars that go across the groove, and if the tread pattern is worn down to
that wear bar, you need to replace your tire.
Tire pressure
Tires deflate at a rate of about one pound per square inch (PSI) per month. You're not going to wear
your tires down in a month, but you should check that you have the right inflation pressure.
Temperature
Tire pressure drops in extreme cold. The challenge in summer, is excessive heat buildup in the tire.
If you're heading out on a road trip with an under inflated tire, it will generate more heat and wear
out faster.
Vibration
Watch out for vibration or thumping when you're driving. If it feels like it's coming from under the
seats, the rear tires may be out of balance. Vibration from the steering wheel could indicate
suspension issues. Anything less than a smooth ride means you should take your car to Automotive
Specialty Services in Avon Ohio.
When it's time to replace your tires, it is recommended doing so in pairs or all four at a time for
better performance and traction and, ultimately, a safer ride.
Servicing all of your tire needs from tire repair or
replacement to wheel alignment, tire balancing, and rotation. While we
are servicing your tires, we can inspect your brakes and suspension
Here at
Automotive Specialty
Services in Avon Ohio, we
offer a wide range of tires for your vehicle. Let our
professionals help you find the right tires for your car.
Improve your vehicle's handling, increase tire life, and
drive with safety by checking your tires every month to
insure that they are inflated with the right amount of air
pressure.
Automotive Specialty
Services is a full service auto repair facility located at 1049 Center
Road just south of the tracks in Avon. We repair and maintain cars and
light trucks of all makes and models. We pride our self on our hassle free
service providing FREE loaner vehicles while yours is serviced, FREE
towing and a Lifetime Warranty Parts and Labor on All Repairs. We offer a
6 month same as cash program for your convenience. We take the hassle out of Auto Repair Service for Avon, Avon
Lake, Sheffield Lake, Bay Village, Westlake, North Ridgeville, and
communities in Lorain County Ohio.