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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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G-Force® Comp-2® A/S

ACCELERATE FASTER

Best wet and dry traction vs. leading competitors.¹

BRAKE SHORTER

Stops up to 15 feet shorter on wet roads and up to 5 feet shorter on dry roads vs. leading competitors.²

CONTROL IN ALL SEASONS

Better snow traction than leading competitors.³

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¹ Based on internal dry handling and internal wet and dry autocross test results using a 1995 BMW M3 lightweight and a 2011 BMW 328i vs. General® G-Max AS-03 and Yokohama® AVID ENVigor tires in size 225/45 ZR17.

² Based on internal wet and dry braking test results using a 2011 BMW 328i vs. General® G-Max AS-03, Yokohama® AVID ENVigor and Hankook® Ventus S1 Noble2 tires in size 225/45 ZR17.

³ Based on third-party commissioned snow spin traction test results vs. General® G-Max AS-03, Yokohama® AVID ENVigor and Hankook® Ventus S1 Noble2 tires in size 225/45 ZR17. Snow traction performance may vary depending upon factors such as road conditions, weather and environment, driver performance, etc. Snow Spin Traction Test (GM Spin) following ASTM F1805 (for Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard [FMVSS] No. 139 [Passenger Car]).

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All-Terrain T/A® KO2

20% TOUGHER SIDEWALLS¹

Features race-proven CoreGard™ Technology to take on the toughest road hazards with confidence.

LONGER TREADLIFE ON- AND OFF-ROAD2²

Extends your adventure.

AGGRESSIVE ALL-TERRAIN TRACTION

Exceeds RMA Severe Snow Traction Performance requirements.³

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¹ Improvement depends on the size of the tire purchased. 20% improvement based on internal sidewall splitting test results derived from a simulated sidewall aggression testing machine (patent pending US20120245859A1) vs. BFGoodrich® All-Terrain T/A® KO tire in size LT265/70R17. Actual on-road results may vary.

² On-road: Based on internal wear tests vs. BFGoodrich® All-Terrain T/A® KO tire in size LT 265/70R17. Off-road: Based on commissioned third-party gravel endurance tests vs. BFGoodrich® All-Terrain T/A® KO tire in size LT 265/70R17.

³ Snow test: Based on third-party snow traction tests vs. BFGoodrich® All-Terrain T/A® KO tire in size LT 265/70R17 using the ASTM F1805 Test. Mud test: Based on internal subjective mud testing vs. the BFGoodrich® All-Terrain T/A® KO tire in size LT 265/70R17

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How Often Should You Replace Your Tires?

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Why Buy BFGoodrich®?

Meet our featured tire models

BFGoodrich®

G-Force® Comp-2® A/S

ACCELERATE FASTER

BRAKE SHORTER

CONTROL IN ALL SEASONS

BFGoodrich®

All-Terrain T/A® KO2

20% TOUGHER SIDEWALLS¹

LONGER TREADLIFE ON- AND OFF-ROAD2²

AGGRESSIVE ALL-TERRAIN TRACTION

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