Are Your Tires Ready For The Winter ?

It won’t be long..... Snow will start  falling. No matter where you live, fall is a good time to check your tires, especially if you will soon be facing  snow and ice.

Fall Tire Tips

1. Inspect your tires.  You can check the tread depth using a quarter, placing George Washington head-down in each major groove. If the top of his head is just about flush with the tread, then you will need new tires soon. Tires lose snow traction as they wear, being dependent on tread blocks for grip. So as winter approaches, you may want to buy a new set of tires sooner rather than later.
2. Find last year’s winter/snow tires. Check their tread depth, too. You’ll typically get three or four seasons out of a set of winter/snow tires, depending on the miles driven. Like all-season tires, winter/snow tires lose grip as they wear. There is no point in driving on worn-out winter tires, so replace them now.
3. Order  early. Some  people  buy a separate set of wheels for their winter/snow tires to make the seasonal tire swap easier. If you are considering buying extra wheels (rather than share wheels between two sets of tires), get them early to beat the rush, including the cheaper steel wheels often available for many cars. If you’re purchasing winter/snow tires online, you may be able to order them mounted.
4. Check the pressure. As cold weather approaches, you will see that tire pressure will drop about 1 psi for every 10º F drop in air temperature. This is why many drivers see a low-tire-pressure warning light on a chilly morning. It is good practice to check your tire pressure monthly, but it is especially important during months when the temperature is fluctuating. Be sure to check the spare tire, too.

           Car-Lotta Credit and Car Sales reminds you to  keep your vehicle safe.