Routine maintenance is a necessary part of keeping any vehicle on the road and running like a Swiss clock. While the routine oil change, tune-up, and detailing are the most well-known procedures that vehicle owners are familiar with, one aspect that many don’t take the time to think about until it’s too late is the structural integrity of their tires. Sure, many have the common sense to get a replacement when a puncture occurs, but what about preventative measures? Many people are unaware of the early warning signs that their tires need replacing. We’ve taken the time to provide a quick help guide.

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Treads and Sidewalls: Your Primary Indicators

Just in case you’re unfamiliar with the parts of a tire and what their individual purposes are, allow us to offer an analogy that might make things easier. Think of your tires like a pair of tennis shoes. With the treads being the bottom and the seam that connects the cloth to the rubber as the sidewalls. Got it? Good, now let’s examine how each one of these is important to keep an eye on.

Imagine you’re out for a walk and come across a puddle. The soles on your shoes should provide sustainable traction to not only not make you trip and fall, but keep any water from reaching your sock. (Quite the annoying feeling on a cold day.) The tread on your tires works in a very similar way. The tread is what grips the road and provides traction. If the tread wears too thin and your tires can no longer grip the road, you run the risk of losing control of your vehicle while driving.

Continuing with our analogy of shoes, imagine you’re out for a morning jog. Everything seems normal and nothing appears out of the ordinary. Then, out of nowhere, the souls of your show separate without warning. Any thoughts of continuing forward momentum are immediately thrown out the window as you hop back to get a new pair of shoes. The sidewalls of your tires can be placed in a similar situation if they grow too thin. However, a much more serious outcome might occur, your tire can experience a blowout, which can lead to serious damage to you and your vehicle.

Tire Replacement at Route 1 CDJR

If you’re familiar with Route 1 CDJR, then you’re most likely already aware of our inventory and first-rate customer service. We also have a fully stocked parts and service department that can take care of your tires. For more information, give us a call today at 888-538-2038 or visit us at 2700 Brunswick Pike in Lawrenceville.

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