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As car owners, you know that keeping your tires in good condition is vital for your safety. But knowing when to switch out your tires and buy a new set is a tricky question. With tight budgets, the tire replacement cost is something you need to consider, but cutting corners on your tires can lead to higher fuel costs and even accidents. In this article, we look at how to tell when you should replace your tires and what you can do to keep them in good condition for longer.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

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When you know how it’s easy to determine the time for a changeover<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

How long do tires last on average?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most tire experts agree that tires on a standard family car should last, on average, for 50,000 miles. And with the average American driving around 12,000-15,000 miles each year, that means they should last around 3-4 years. There are plenty of factors that will influence whether your tires need to be replaced, and we look at them all below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How do I know if I need new tires?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We wish we could tell you that there’s one simple way to know if you need new tires, but it comes down to a few factors. We detail them all below so you can understand if replacing tires should be added to your to-do list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Signs that you should replace tires\u2014besides the tread depth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are several signs that the time has come to buy new car tires!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tread depth<\/strong>: One of the most obvious signs that your tires need to be replaced is if the tread depth has worn down to 2\/32″ or less. This can be measured using a tread depth gauge or using a penny. To do the penny test, place a penny into your tire’s tread with Lincoln’s head pointing downwards. If part of his head is hidden, your tire tread is deep enough, but if you can see his whole head, it’s tire replacement time!<\/p>\n\n\n

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Visible wear and tear indicate that you need to change your tires asap<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Visible wear and tear<\/strong>: This is a quick and easy visual method of checking the quality of your tires. You should look out for cracks or other signs of damage on the sidewalls and tread of your tires. If there are signs of damage, you should take your car to a specialist who will be able to evaluate the level of damage and advise whether tire replacement is essential now or if you can wait a while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Age<\/strong>: Rubber is a natural material that deteriorates with time, even if your tires haven’t been used much. Many environmental factors, like sunlight, extreme temperatures, and how they are stored, can cause your tires to deteriorate. The general rule of thumb is that you should replace tires 6 years after their manufacture date, but you can stretch it to 10 years if they have no signs of visible damage. But at the 10-year mark, you should definitely replace your tires!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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