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How Often Should You Replace Your Tires?

Regularly replacing your tires is crucial to maintain your vehicle’s safety and performance. Tires naturally wear down over time due to factors such as individual driving habits, road conditions, and tire quality. Generally, experts recommend that you replace your tires at a minimum of every six years and no later than ten years - even if they appear to be in good condition. However, it might be necessary to replace them sooner. Here are some telltale signs that it’s time to replace your tires:

  • Tread Wear: Over time, tires naturally lose their tread, which impacts how well they grip the road and can affect your control. You can check the tread depth of your tires with a tread depth gauge or use the penny test (insert a penny with Abraham Lincoln’s head upside down—if you can see the top of his head, the tread is too low). If the tread depth is less than 2/32 of an inch, it’s time to replace your tires.
  • Age of the Tires: Even if your tires appear to have plenty of tread left, the rubber can deteriorate over time. If your tires are six to ten years old, you might want to think about replacing them, even if they are not showing visible signs of damage.
  • Cracked or Damaged Sidewalls: Visible cracks, bulges, or cuts in the sidewalls are signs that the tires are weakening, which could lead to a blowout. Act quickly to address this issue before you find yourself in a dangerous situation.
  • Frequent Flat Tires: If you’re getting flat or deflated tires more often, it could be a sign that your tires have worn out and are no longer holding air properly. While flat tire repair can provide temporary solutions, if the problem is recurring it might be time for replacement - especially if you’re noticing large punctures or multiple issues in the same area.
  • Signs of Imbalance: If your vehicle is out of alignment, your tires might wear out unevenly or more quickly than expected. Excessive vibration or a loud, uneven ride could indicate that your tires are out of balance or that there are internal defects to worry about. You might also notice uneven tread wear (such as more wear on one side of the tire, which can be a sign of an alignment or suspension issue. Addressing the issue and replacing your tires can help your vehicle function more efficiently.

By keeping an eye on any warning signs, you can keep your tires in optimal condition. Regular tire checks and replacing them when necessary will help prevent accidents, enhance your vehicle's performance, and extend your vehicle’s lifespan. The team at Odessa Tire Center can help maximize your vehicle’s performance for years to come. Contact our tire shop today to schedule a check!

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Aced All Grades / Triple A rated in EU Tire label The iON evo SUV achieved a hat-trick in the EU Tire label grade which is extremely exceptional in the tire industry, and especially first for an EV exclusive tire.
DRIVE IN PEACE / Noise Proof Technology Electric motors are almost soundless, which results in the driver hearing more noise from the tires. With the i Sound Absorber Technology, the iON evo SUV offers a quiet and pleasant ride at all speed ranges.
Minimized Tread Pattern Noise / Optimized Multi-Pitch Sequencing through Opti Pitch Technology Tire noise can be drastically reduced by applying Opti Pitch Technology. The iON evo SUV has optimized the number and size of pitches to listen more to what matters.
Minimized Tread Pattern Noise / Optimized Multi-Pitch Sequencing through Opti Pitch Technology Tire noise can be drastically reduced by applying Opti Pitch Technology. The iON evo SUV has optimized the number and size of pitches to listen more to what matters.
Even Tread Wear And Enhanced Mileage / Battery weight makes electric vehicles up to 30% heavier than ICE vehicles, which frequently causes uneven wear on tires. The iON evo SUV is made of ProDurable Compound specifically made for electric vehicles to extend tire life in a healthier condition. iON evo SUV through Round Even Technology evenly spreads out road pressure by optimizing contact structure and provides the overall lifespan with uniform tread wear.
Extended Tread Life / ProDurable Compound Composed with advanced fillers and flexible rubber materials, ProDurable Compound provides higher mileage.
Even Tread Wear / Round Even Technology Tires equipped on electric vehicles wear out approximately 20% faster with uneven wear than on ICE vehicles. iON evo SUV achieves uniform contact pressure by optimizing contact structure through Round Even Technology. The iON evo SUV provides longer usage and less frequent replacement.
Extended Range / Hankook understands the concerns of losing energy while driving Electric Vehicles. By reducing the rolling resistance through Opti Cure Tehcnology, the battery lasts longer to drive a longer distance. A few miles can be crucial during an emergency.
Further Reduced Rolling Resistance / Opti Cure technology The iON evo SUV achieved the highest grade of LRR performance by applying Opti Cure Technology which improves all parts of the tire equally.
Enhanced Cornering Stability / Grip Boost Technology It is essential to improve tire stiffness to bear the weight of electric vehicles. Grip Boost Technology increases cornering stiffness by 10% to improve the electric vehicle’s handling performance.
Improved Steering at High Speeds / Aramid Hybrid Reinforcement Belt A reinforcement belt mixed with the most advanced fiber, Aramid, is applied on the iON evo SUV to improve steering performance and maintain an optimized shape during high-speed driving.
Excellent Traction / Extended Shoulder Blocks with Optimized Rigidity To prevent slippage cauzed by the high torque of electric vehicles, the pattern block rigidity is optimized with extended outside shoulder blocks for maximum road contact.
Enhanced Wet Grip / By achieving grade A in the EU tire labelling wet grip item for all available sizes, the iON evo SUV provides guaranteed wet performance without missing noise reduction to maximize driving pleasure.
Wet Performance without missing Noise Reduction / The lateral grooves are designed narrower on the inside to reduce air-pumping noise, and wider on the outside to secure wet performance. This is another double advantage of the iON evo SUV.
Optimized Groove Size / To prevent groove resonance while driving, the iON evo SUV has optimized the size of grooves. Expanding the 2 grooves on the inside wider has also improved drainage performance.
Aced All Grades / Triple A rated in EU Tire label The iON evo SUV achieved a hat-trick in the EU Tire label grade which is extremely exceptional in the tire industry, and especially first for an EV exclusive tire.
DRIVE IN PEACE / Noise Proof Technology Electric motors are almost soundless, which results in the driver hearing more noise from the tires. With the i Sound Absorber Technology, the iON evo SUV offers a quiet and pleasant ride at all speed ranges.
Minimized Tread Pattern Noise / Optimized Multi-Pitch Sequencing through Opti Pitch Technology Tire noise can be drastically reduced by applying Opti Pitch Technology. The iON evo SUV has optimized the number and size of pitches to listen more to what matters.
Minimized Tread Pattern Noise / Optimized Multi-Pitch Sequencing through Opti Pitch Technology Tire noise can be drastically reduced by applying Opti Pitch Technology. The iON evo SUV has optimized the number and size of pitches to listen more to what matters.
Even Tread Wear And Enhanced Mileage / Battery weight makes electric vehicles up to 30% heavier than ICE vehicles, which frequently causes uneven wear on tires. The iON evo SUV is made of ProDurable Compound specifically made for electric vehicles to extend tire life in a healthier condition. iON evo SUV through Round Even Technology evenly spreads out road pressure by optimizing contact structure and provides the overall lifespan with uniform tread wear.
Extended Tread Life / ProDurable Compound Composed with advanced fillers and flexible rubber materials, ProDurable Compound provides higher mileage.
Even Tread Wear / Round Even Technology Tires equipped on electric vehicles wear out approximately 20% faster with uneven wear than on ICE vehicles. iON evo SUV achieves uniform contact pressure by optimizing contact structure through Round Even Technology. The iON evo SUV provides longer usage and less frequent replacement.
Extended Range / Hankook understands the concerns of losing energy while driving Electric Vehicles. By reducing the rolling resistance through Opti Cure Tehcnology, the battery lasts longer to drive a longer distance. A few miles can be crucial during an emergency.
Further Reduced Rolling Resistance / Opti Cure technology The iON evo SUV achieved the highest grade of LRR performance by applying Opti Cure Technology which improves all parts of the tire equally.
Enhanced Cornering Stability / Grip Boost Technology It is essential to improve tire stiffness to bear the weight of electric vehicles. Grip Boost Technology increases cornering stiffness by 10% to improve the electric vehicle’s handling performance.
Improved Steering at High Speeds / Aramid Hybrid Reinforcement Belt A reinforcement belt mixed with the most advanced fiber, Aramid, is applied on the iON evo SUV to improve steering performance and maintain an optimized shape during high-speed driving.
Excellent Traction / Extended Shoulder Blocks with Optimized Rigidity To prevent slippage cauzed by the high torque of electric vehicles, the pattern block rigidity is optimized with extended outside shoulder blocks for maximum road contact.
Enhanced Wet Grip / By achieving grade A in the EU tire labelling wet grip item for all available sizes, the iON evo SUV provides guaranteed wet performance without missing noise reduction to maximize driving pleasure.
Wet Performance without missing Noise Reduction / The lateral grooves are designed narrower on the inside to reduce air-pumping noise, and wider on the outside to secure wet performance. This is another double advantage of the iON evo SUV.
Optimized Groove Size / To prevent groove resonance while driving, the iON evo SUV has optimized the size of grooves. Expanding the 2 grooves on the inside wider has also improved drainage performance.

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