TYRES are a sizeable purchase for most drivers, even if you replace your tyres in pairs, moving the lightly worn back tyres to the front and putting new tyres on the back, so it is always best to learn how to take care of your tyres so they do not wear out too quickly and will instead last you a long time.It is no secret that in busy localities such as Edinburgh, Stirling, Glasgow, Perth or even towards Dunfermline -the diverse influx of traffic requires your car to have reliable tyres that can make your journey easier. Faulty tyres might seem like a short term approach to save money – but they are just an instigator for bigger car troubles later.
Let’s look at some best tyre care tips given by our local experts.
Proper Inflation
Once you have bought your new tyres, ensure you keep them, always, within the optimum inflation levels as recommended by your tyre manufacturer. Modern tyres are so carefully engineered that they really do work much better at the correct inflation levels, becoming steadily less reliable with every PSI below or above that range. This is such an important factor in tyre safety that it has even been enshrined in law through the MOT test, from 2018, which insists upon tyre inflation being correct at all times.
Buy the Best
Always buy the best quality tyre that you can afford. Not only will this ensure that your ride is smooth, noise-free and as safe as possible, but better quality tyres tend to last longer than budget versions which can, in some cases, make them a more economical proposition than cheaper tyres; assuming, of course, that you can afford to invest in the premium option. For truly enjoying a smooth ride (with many different price points) in local areas of Scotland – you can order your new tyres in Dunfermline – from Fife Autocentre. You can conveniently call 01383626100 and get your new tyres without any trouble.
Keep Them Clean
Keeping your tyres clean is always a good idea. A build-up of mud and grime on your tyres can easily hide issues that you would otherwise be able to sort out quite easily, and can also conceal abrasive particles, sharp stones and even pieces of glass, holding them in place and allowing them to work their way through the rubber of your tyre, causing irreparable damage. Tyres can pick up all sorts of debris, but it will struggle to cling onto a clean surface, so keeping them clean actually ensures their safety in a way.
Regular Checks
Along with washing down your tyres regularly, and cleaning the treads if they need it, you should get into the habit of visually inspecting your tyres; weekly if you are a busy driver, monthly if you hardly ever use your car. Learn what your tyres look like when they are in good condition as this can help you to pick up issues when they begin to form. For example, a puncture can appear as a small dark dot on your tyre’s contact surface, but if you know that the surface should be pristine, you will be instantly aware that there is something different on your tyre – and that the difference might indicate a problem, so you can consult your mechanic about it.
Safe and Sensible Driving
Always practice safe and sensible driving when you are out and about on the UK’s roads especially Scotland. This prosaic and almost boringly sensible advice is, almost literally, priceless – it is hard to fix a price tag of money saved onto accidents which haven’t happened and disasters which were effortlessly avoided. Driving within the speed limits, operating your vehicle with common sense and being mindful of the state of the road (potholes can be very damaging if you drive over them, for example) all go a long way to keeping your tyres in excellent condition for as long as possible.
