It’s likely the time to change your tyres if you notice any of the following:
- Tread is already worn out
- Damage in the sidewall
- Noticeable holes in the tread
- Bead is already deformed
To be sure, you should bring your car to an experienced mechanic. Your tyres should be inspected or if you’re experiencing any problems with your driving, the tyres may or may not be causing it.
Potential signs your tyres have problems
Aside from the things mentioned above, you should also look for the following:
- Rocks, nails and other foreign objects on your tyres
- Uneven tread wear or shallow tread
- Visible damages on the tyre surface and valve caps
- Rough ride (could be because of damage on the tyres or excessive wear)
- Vibrations while driving (aside from tyres, other things might be causing it)
In other words, bring your car to the mechanic if you notice something unusual with the appearance of your tyres or whenever you drive your car. Any small problem should be taken seriously because this can affect your car’s function and ultimately the safety of the driver, the passengers and others on the road.
How to inspect your tyres
When looking for initial problems on your tyres (and know if you should now bring your car to the mechanic), it helps to check the following:
- Tyre air pressure
- Tread wear using a depth gauge
- Wear and damage on the sidewall
- Uneven wear
- Changes in handling or steering
It’s good to personally inspect your tyres once a month or before you go on a long road trip. This is to help ensure safety and for you to gain peace of mind while driving.
But if you have any doubts or concerns about your tyres and your car as a whole, bring it to an experienced mechanic. Qualified mechanics can see the problem by running full diagnostics. Then, they can carry out the repairs if necessary. This is essential in ensuring road safety.
