Tires are one thing on our car, truck, or SUV that we don’t ever consider until there’s an issue. Yet, there could be some concerns ready to materialize even if the tires appear normal. Replacing your tires may boost your fuel efficiency, improve performance (specifically in emergency situations), boost dependability, and lessen the risk of damage caused by a flat tire. We can help advise you about the positives and negatives of not replacing tires at the right time if you have concerns about getting tires too quickly.
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The reduced safety of your car is the largest hazard of not switching your tires. Worn tires may increase braking intervals and diminish traction in crisis conditions. The next time a vehicle pulls out in front of you it might take longer to stop and be more challenging to dodge. Even though you may never encounter an emergency situation, the frustration of having to repair a flat is an event a lot of people would prefer to avoid. On the other hand, the advantage of switching worn tires is that it will take less distance to stop in emergency situations and you’ll have increased handling to miss such situations. Another positive, you won’t need to get grimy changing a worn tire on the highway.
It’s imperative to understand when to replace your tires. There are 2 simple methods to understand when it’s time to replace your tires. The 1st way is knowing the age of the tires. If your tires are more than 6 years old then you should change them. The second method in determining if you should replace your tires is the tread depth. The recognized smallest safe tread depth is 2/32 inches. You ought to change your tires if it has worn down to that measurement.
But how do I know my tread depth? There are specially designed gauges that will figure out precisely how much tread depth is left. Those tools are perfect if you must know the exact depth, but if you just want to figure out if you need to change your tires, all you need is a solitary penny. Turn the penny so Lincoln’s head is face down and put it into the tire tread. If his head is the same as the tire tread then you ought to start looking to replace your tires.
If the tires are 6 years old (and older), then you should change them, even if they have plenty of tread left. Extended exposure to the elements and other factors may make the tire to decay over time. When your tire starts to break down it could be more likely to develop blowouts and/or air leaks. Warning signs of your tires breaking down include color fading, brittleness, and tire cracks. If you see any of these indications you may want to switch your tires immediately.
If you have a blowout you might want to only switch out the tire that failed. Depending on your car and the tread depth remaining on the other tires it may be necessary to change out two or even all 4 tires. If the tread between your tires is not the same it can cause irregular tire wear and excess wear and tear on your drivetrain. It is urged that when you are switching out a tire that you also replace its matching tire on the opposite side. Change both front tires or both back tires, never 1 tire alone. The exception to this rule is All-Wheel Drive cars. All 4 tires need to be changed out to assure that the system works accurately.
Visit the Mercedes-Benz of Boerne Tire Center today to learn more about your vehicle and your tires. Our friendly Mercedes-Benz tire professionals are always happy to help. Do your tires need to be replaced? Find out today. Schedule online or visit us in-person.
The entire service dept goes above and beyond. The waiting area is spotless and comfortable snacks are a nice addition. David has been my service advisor since we purchased our first wagon and is the best of the best!
Excellent service! Friendly staff, prompt repairs, and top-notch attention to detail. Mercedes Boerne truly delivers a premium experience every time. Highly recommended!
Excellent service provided by Linda de la Cruz! Professional, and gave me updates as she knew more about the car problems.
Great customer service. Mr Chris Forbes was knowledgeable and professional helping me make a decision on the tires I needed.
They washed the car and there were hard water spots on the entire car. Took me 1.5 hrs to get them off. Not very happy. The passenger headrest was all the way up and I couldn't figure out how to get it back down. Told our service advisor and he explained where the button was but i didn't see what he said it looked like. Went back inside to see him again but he was with a customer. Finally the lady at the loaner vehicle counter went out to my car and figured it out. Our service advisor should ... Read More Full review text opened.DealerRater - Jun 10, 2025
They washed the car and there were hard water spots on the entire car. Took me 1.5 hrs to get them off. Not very happy. The passenger headrest was all the way up and I couldn't figure out how to get it back down. Told our service advisor and he explained where the button was but i didn't see what he said it looked like. Went back inside to see him again but he was with a customer. Finally the lady at the loaner vehicle counter went out to my car and figured it out. Our service advisor should have done that.
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