When is it time to change your Tyres?

                                                                                         

Breaking down in the middle of nowhere only to discover that the cause is a flat tyre is quite possibly one of the most frustrating roadside scenarios. While not a major complication, flat Tyres are easily avoided if you replace them when required. How do you know when it’s time to change your Tyres? Being aware of the signs that they are running low on tread is a good start.

Is it time to change your Tyres? Checklist:

• It is actually a legal requirement to have sufficient tyre tread depth. The minimum in Australia is 1.5 millimetres. If your tread depth is at this level or any less, it is time to immediately change your Tyres.
• You don’t need a measuring tape to test the tread - just have a look at the tread pattern. If the tread has worn down to the level of any of the bars running across the Tyres they need changing.
• Remember to check various parts of the tyre, as they usually wear down in different areas.
• Tyre performance is another sign to look out for. If you find that your car is taking longer to break or is not handling well in wet weather, it may be a sign that you need your Tyres replaced.
• Still unsure? Getting your car serviced regularly by a mechanic is a good idea and guarantees you an expert opinion.

The end of a tyre’s life can generally be attributed to normal wear and tear; however, some other factors include sudden or emergency breaking and over or under inflation. Avoiding wearing out your Tyres too fast can be as simple as ensuring that they are properly inflated. In most cases, front Tyres will wear out before the back Tyres. Rotating the front Tyres to the rear is another way to give them a longer life.

If the time has come to replace your Tyres, there is the option of second-hand Tyres, retreads and new Tyres. Second-hand Tyres are typically not recommended as their history and lifespan are unknown. Retreads are an alternative to replacing a whole tyre, where the tyre base instead receives a new tread layer. This is cheaper than buying new Tyres and is suitable for intact tyre bases. There has been much debate, however, that retreads cannot cope at high speeds and have tendencies to separate from the tyre when put under pressure. New Tyres offer the most security, but obviously at a higher cost.

Popular and trusted tyre brands operating within Australia include Bridgestone, Goodyear, Dunlop, Michelin, Pirelli, BF Goodrich, Hankook and Falken.

About the author:
This article has been provided by JAXQuickfit Tyres who carry a comprehensive range including Bridgestone, Dunlop, Michelin and Pirelli tyres as well as stocking a large range of steel and mag wheels (aka alloy wheels) including BBS, Antera, Gmax & Speedy.



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