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By Moses Akaigwe
Have you been wondering how long tyres should last?
Defining the lifespan of a tyre is difficult as there are many criteria involved, but by reading this article you will know how to preserve your tyres for as long as possible, when it is advisable to have them checked and which tyres guarantee the best performance until the last mile.
Need to make tyres last
There are two main reasons why you should make your tyres last as long as their performance allows.
To preserve the environment
By preserving the longevity of your tyres, you change them less often, which reduces the impact on our planet.
To avoid unnecessary expenses
Replacing your tyres too early means incurring greater expenses than they would otherwise have been. By letting them last until the end, you limit the budget allocated to your vehicle.
Avoid premature wear
A tyre is subject to inevitable wear and tear over time and miles, but this can be accelerated if you don’t take certain precautions.
Check your tyre pressure regularly: Under-inflated tyres cause premature tyre wear. As a tyre naturally loses some air over time, we recommend checking the pressure once a month for fitted tyres (and once a year for the spare).
In addition to tyre wear, driving on under-inflated tyres means extra fuel costs as your vehicle consumes more fuel.
Over-inflated tyres are also prone to premature wear. This is why it is important to adjust your tyre pressure according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Avoid shocks: When you drive over a kerb, through a hole or over a speed bump, it causes a shock that can accelerate the wear of your tyres.
In fact, a shock to one or more tyres can cause your vehicle’s geometry to go out of alignment. The consequence? Irregular wear of your tyres which will require premature replacement.
Store tyres properly: If you alternate between summer and winter tyres, it is important that your unused tyres are stored in a clean, airy place, protected from the weather to preserve them.
Extreme temperatures also affect the ageing of rubber. Instead of exposing them to temperatures that are too hot or too cold, choose a temperate place, away from direct sunlight.
When should you have your tyres checked?
If you notice abnormal wear
Do you notice that your tyres show more wear on one side of the tread? Only in the centre? Or only on the shoulders of the tyre? Do you see repeated facet wear?
Get the tyre checked quickly to fix the problem before it gets worse.
you notice that your tyres show more wear on one side of the tread? Only in the centre? Or only on the shoulders of the tyre? Do you see repeated facet wear?
Get the tyre checked quickly to fix the problem before it gets worse.
you notice that your tyres show more wear on one side of the tread? Only in the centre? Or only on the shoulders of the tyre? Do you see repeated facet wear?
Get the tyre checked quickly to fix the problem before it gets worse.
From 5 years of use
In 5 years, your tyres will probably have been run over many different surfaces and perhaps have suffered shocks. After 5 years of use, have them checked by a professional at least once a year. This will ensure that they have not been damaged prematurely and that they do not endanger you or your passengers.
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