Storing Tires The Right Way: TIRECRAFT’s Guide To Prolonging Tire Life

Learn about tire storage, find out why it’s a valuable service, and discover all you need to know about tire changeovers and storing your tires.

Tire Performance

Do you own multiple sets of tires? While many Canadians may not, they certainly should consider it. Driving on the same set of tires throughout the year isn’t ideal for your vehicle or your safety. When it’s below seven degrees celsius, all-season tires—despite their name—cannot perform at optimal levels. The rubber compounds stiffen in the cold, causing them to lose the grip necessary for safe driving, even in the absence of snow.

You might be considering the option of driving on winter or all-weather tires throughout the entire year. However, this choice comes with its own set of drawbacks. Extended use of snow tires on hot asphalt can lead to significant degradation, and it may even result in your wheels falling out of alignment. In the long run, switching to season-appropriate tires not only enhances your safety but also proves to be a cost-effective decision.

“Why Should I Store My Tires With A Tire Company?”

Proper tire storage is a worthwhile service because it maintains the quality of your tires. Many people don’t have anywhere to store their tires themselves. If you live in a building without a storage locker then you have nowhere to put your tires.

People who store their tires in their garage or storage locker often experience an unpleasant surprise when the next season comes. There are any number of puncture hazards in the average garage. Nails, glass, sharp wood, screws, and various other debris can all puncture your tires. Pant, grease, and dirt can come into contact with your tires and degrade them.

Staying in a location at the wrong temperature for a long time can hurt your tires. Instead of worrying about all these potential problems, let TIRECRAFT help you out. When you choose TIRECRAFT to store your winter tires, all-weather tires, summer tires or all-season tires, you will never have to worry about the state of your investment. You can rest easy knowing we will take care of your tires properly. We’ll keep them safe and in the best condition possible, so they’ll always be ready to hit the road when you are.

The Benefits Of Professional Tire Storage

Storing your tires in the garage without proper care until it’s time for the next tire changeover isn’t the ideal way to maintain them. An effective tire storage plan entails more than just the basic steps. Proper tire storage includes:

Cleaning Your Tires

• It’s important to clean your tires before storing them to remove any gunk or grime that could cause damage if left unchecked.

Temperature Control

• Tires do best in cool, dry, dark rooms in which they aren’t subject to direct sunlight and they are completely protected from the elements. And it’s important for the tires to stay at or slightly below normal room temperature.

Clean Environment

• Your tires must not come into contact with any solvents, fuels, or other liquids while in storage.

Keeping The Pressure Off

• You don’t want your tires to come under any external pressure or tension to prevent them from cracking.

Rotation

• Rotate your pile of tires every four weeks to ensure equal pressure.

Come To TIRECRAFT For All Your Tire-Related Needs.

If you’re interested in professional tire storage or any other automotive repairs and maintenance services, please contact us today!

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