How To Know When You Need New Tires

No matter how carefully you drive, it's inevitable that your car's tires will endure wear and tear. Since tires are such a critical part of your vehicle, it's important to understand when to change your vehicle's tires. To help you make informed vehicle care decisions, we've provided these tips to help you decide when it's time for some new tires.

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To ride safely, you’ll need more than 1/16 of an inch of tread depth. You don’t have to bust out a ruler or measuring tape to check — all you need is a standard American penny. Flip Honest Abe upside down and stick the penny into the furrow of the tread. If the tread doesn’t cover part of Lincoln’s head, then it’s time to invest in a tire change. While the penny method works for all tires, some newer tires have tread wear indicators built right into their rubber. These appear as lines running perpendicular to the tire tread. If you can see more than a few of these indicators, it’s time to make a switch.

While the tread takes the bulk of the punishment when you drive, the tire’s sidewalls also endure a lot of stress. Check the around the tire for cracks, bumps, bulges, and blisters. These irregularities could signal an imminent tire failure.

Does your ride feel bumpier than usual? If your vehicle seems to be vibrating, it could be an issue with the shocks, the alignment, or the tire pressure. However, there could also be an issue with the tires. Have our service center check out your vehicle.

Here in Washington, we endure winters that are both breathtaking and brutal. Even if your ride is sporting a new set of all-season tires, they won’t provide the grip you need to safely navigate slippery roads and snowdrifts. Don’t let yourself get stranded, or slide into a fender bender — swap out your regular wheels for a burly set of snow tires before winter sets in.

Titus-Will GMC

2425 Carriage Loop SW, Olympia, WA 98502

Sales Hours

Monday	9:00AM - 7:00PM
Tuesday	9:00AM - 7:00PM
Wednesday	9:00AM - 7:00PM
Thursday	9:00AM - 7:00PM
Friday	9:00AM - 7:00PM
Saturday	9:00AM - 7:00PM
Sunday	10:00AM - 5:00PM

Service Hours

Monday	7:00AM - 6:00PM
Tuesday	7:00AM - 6:00PM
Wednesday	7:00AM - 6:00PM
Thursday	7:00AM - 6:00PM
Friday	7:00AM - 6:00PM
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed
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Parts Hours

Monday	7:00AM - 6:00PM
Tuesday	7:00AM - 6:00PM
Wednesday	7:00AM - 6:00PM
Thursday	7:00AM - 6:00PM
Friday	7:00AM - 6:00PM
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed