Make your Road Trip unforgettable

Posted by Jim M.
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Apr 2, 2019
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Road trips are always fun and unforgettable that lasts forever. When proper safety measures are not taken, it can be an unrecoverable incident too. While we speak about safety, tyres, in general, play a key role. Henceforth, it becomes undeniably necessary to maintain your tyres well in all seasons. Over time, we neglect to do certain things to our vehicles that will almost always result in massive repair bills.

Well, if you are now wondering about the best possible ways to maintain your vehicle, you are in the correct place. We have curated this article especially for you. Go ahead and gain your knowledge in handling your vehicle tyres through the simple and efficient tips.

What are the approaches to prolong your tyre-life? It is a known fact that well-maintained tyres offer protection against avoidable damages like breakdowns and crashes, enhances vehicle handling, better fuel savings and improvised tyre life. Be it summer tyres or all weather tyres there are certain basic precautions that are to be implemented to handle your vehicle tyres.

Please note 3 important things to consider for your tires

Monitor your Tyres - The first and foremost thing is - you need to do to keep your tier-weight at the suggested dimension. To know the amount of weight your tyre needs look for the number in your vehicle proprietor’s manual. Additionally, summer heat increases the pressure in tyres, so test the pressure before driving far. Don't forget to check your spare tyre as well!!

Rotate Tyres - Tyre rotation makes sure that they work evenly. Therefore, to ensure evenness of the tyres rotate them every 5,000 to 7,000 miles. You can find the exact rotation patterns in the owner's manual.

Proper Wheel Alignment - This is one of the best ways to check your tyres are in good condition. Miss-aligned threads can cause irreparable damage. For this reason, it is also recommended to check the alignment of your tyres periodically.

Bonus Tip: If you own a car with summer tyres, forgo yourself from using it at all in cold temperatures as the tyres may crack. Apart from the cracking issue, summer tyres have slump grip below 40º F on dry and wet roads and virtually little to no grip on snow and ice.

Caring for tyre safety is no less than caring for lives. By following the tips and suggestions, nobody can stop you from getting more out of every journey. However, in the undeniable circumstances, we suggest you get your tyre inspected by the professional tyre service providers.
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