3 Critical Considerations For A Smooth Car Tire Change
August 17, 2022
Tires
Whether you’re facing a simple flat or a serious tire failure, anytime you need a car tire change, you are going to be stressed out. But TIRECRAFT can help make the process a little easier, a lot quicker, and way less expensive.
Read on to learn 3 tips for a smooth car tire change, or contact your local TIRECRAFT to get a free quote from a tire tech near you.
3 Critical Considerations For A Smooth Car Tire Change
1. Avoid Mixing Brands And Treads For A Smooth Car Tire Change
For safety’s sake, you should avoid mixing different tire brands and different tread patterns. Mixing tires makes your vehicle’s handling less predictable, and it greatly accelerates treadwear.
If mixing becomes unavoidable due to lack of availability, emergency replacement situations, or budgetary constraints, then we recommend that you:
- Use the same tread patterns and brands across the same axle (e.g. install a pair of identical tires on the rear axle, then a different identical pair on the front axle).
- Only mix tires with different load indexes and speed ratings if they are higher than the minimum threshold recommended by the vehicle manufacturer and use the higher-rated tires on the rear axle.
- Fit newer tires with deeper tread depth onto the rear axle to enhance grip and mitigate any potential oversteer condition.
2. Stay Put If Possible—Consider A Roadside Car Tire Change
Roadside car tire changes typically cost a little more to cover the added travel, but if your tire is seriously damaged, it’s still far cheaper than trying to make it to your local repair shop.
Driving on a flat tire isn’t just dangerous—it’s also a surefire way to multiply the costs of your tire ordeal. Driving without sufficient air in your tire can cause severe internal structural damage, and it can also ruin your wheelbase, brakes, suspension, alignment, and steering system.
If you’d rather play it safe with roadside service, contact your local TIRECRAFT. With over 300 locations around the country, and 10,000 additional service providers available through the Tire Service Network, we offer some of the quickest response times in the country, and every car tire change is guaranteed.
3. Get An Alignment With Your Car Tire Change If Necessary
If you sustained tire damage because of an accident, an impact with a curb, or riding over deep potholes, you should also invest in a tire alignment to ensure even treadwear, better braking performance, and optimal fuel efficiency.
When you choose TIRECRAFT for your car tire change, you also have the option of adding a tire alignment to any service—just ask! This not only saves time, but also saves money, bundling your service costs together and earning you extra points on your MyTIRECRAFT Rewards app.
Get A Free Quote On A Car Tire Change: Contact TIRECRAFT
Use the Find a TIRECRAFT tool to get in touch with a technician near you and get a free quote on your next car tire change.
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