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Tire Care Basics Every Driver Should Know

Pressure, tread and rotation — three simple habits that improve safety, economy and tyre life.

Autosavvy101 Editorial
A vehicle owner checking tyre tread depth with a handheld gauge on a residential driveway

Tyres are your only contact with the road. Their condition directly affects safety, fuel economy and handling.

Three Simple Habits

  • Check pressures monthly and before long trips
  • Monitor tread depth regularly
  • Rotate tyres on schedule for even wear

Under-inflated tyres wear faster and use more fuel. Over-inflated ones reduce grip and wear unevenly.

Replace tyres when tread or age dictates, not just when a failure forces it.

A monthly five-minute check is all it takes to keep your tyres — and your safety — in good shape.

Key Takeaways

What to Remember

  • Tyres are your only contact with the road.

  • Check pressures monthly and before trips.

  • Monitor tread depth and rotate regularly.

  • Replace by tread or age, not by failure.

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