Tire Replacement Service

When Do I Need to Replace My Tires?

There is not an exact mileage in which you need to replace your tires, each set has their own lifespan that greatly depends on personal driving habits, use frequency and the environment in which they are typically driven on. But a good rule of thumb is about every six years.

Signs you need to replace your tires: 

• • The tread is becoming bare
• • You notice your car taking longer to stop
• • Consistently poor air pressure
• • Tires are nearing or are over six years old

How do I Test my Tires?

If you closely inspect a brand new tire, you’ll see that they have unique footprints—raised grooves that run in different patterns all the way around them. These are known as treads, and it’s the treads that generate the traction and grip that you want to comfortably navigate roadways. It’s when these start to wear down that you lose control, so the optimal way to see if you could use a fresh set of tires is to take a look at them specifically. We would recommend what is known as the penny test. Place Lincoln head first into a groove on your tire. If the top of his head disappears, your treads are a sufficient depth to keep you covered for a while. On the other hand, if you can still see the top of his head, then it might be time to schedule an appointment at McGrath Acura.

Online Tools

Picking the right set of tires for your needs is also an important factor. Our team at McGrath Acura understands this and can help you make the best selection based on budget, driving habits and weather conditions. The elements play a large role in the health of tires. Winter tires are made to be ready to grip icy terrain and summer tires are best to withstand the heat the summer weather can bring. We offer a huge number of tools on our website to make the service process as simple as possible for you. In fact, we even have a chart of different tire conditions that we think will help you decide whether or not yours need some work. If you consult our Acura Tire Conditions chart, you’ll see different pictures of common problems. We not only diagnose what the probable cause is but offer suggestions of what the appropriate correction will likely be. If you see a similar image to your own tires, you might even know the precise service you require. If that’s the case, head over to our online Service Department and look through our Service Coupons. You never know what great discount you might find.

Service at McGrath Acura

When you pull up to our service bay, you’ll be approached by one of our expert technicians. At McGrath Acura of Morton Grove, you never have to worry about who is working on your car. Our team is filled only with factory-trained and certified technicians who stay up-to-date on the latest technology and updates for your model. All of our recommendations are based on the owner’s manual as well as things our experts see when evaluating driving habits. We will confirm what service you require. If you already know that you need a replacement, we’ll get straight to work on installing your fresh tire. On the other hand, if you’re not certain what you need, we’ll inspect your wheels and see if we can spot any particular issues. It’s not uncommon that during replacements we’ll spot worn brake pads or signs that your wheels need an alignment. If we see anything unusual, we’ll let you know and wait until you tell us how you’d like to proceed. Nothing feels better than keeping your beloved vehicle running optimally for as long as possible. Stay safer and perform better in your vehicle by coming to McGrath Acura for a tire replacement service near Chicago, IL. For further information, contact us at 847-470-2309.

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