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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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World-Class Technologies

Odessa Tire Center Inc. stocks a large inventory of Hankook tires for customers in Odessa, TX, Midland, TX, Monahans, TX, and surrounding areas. Choosing the best tire for your vehicle may be overwhelming, but we make it easy by carrying only the highest quality and most reliable tires available.

Hankook: Driving Emotion

Hankook Tire was founded in 1941 under the name “The Chosun Tire Company” in South Korea. The Chosun Tire Company changed its name to Hankook Tire in 1968. Hankook Tire established its first North American office in 1981, and a research and development facility 11 years later in Akron, Ohio. In 1999, Hankook became Ford’s first Asian tire supplier and that same year, Hankook moved its headquarters to Wayne, New Jersey.

Types of Hankook Tires:

Passenger Car Tires
Performance Tires
SUV Tires
Light Truck Tires

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Dedicated to Superior Performance, Value & Design

Hankook Tire is committed to ensuring value for customers and to providing top-notch products and superior customer service across the country. The company’s mission statement consists of five goals:

To remain a leader in customer satisfaction.
To provide high quality products.
To achieve financial strength and growth.
To maintain an experienced, intelligent workforce.
To be one of the leading tire brands in the world.

Hankook Tire manufactures a variety wide enough to fit just about any driver’s needs, because Hankook tires are driving emotion.

Hankook Tire is a leader in the replacement tires market for a reason. When you’re ready for new tires, Contact us to speak with one of our experts who will help you choose a durable set of tires from our stock of Hankook tires.

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