How Long Do Tires Last?
You know how every so often you need to replace your shoes? The same goes for your car—which in this case means your tires. You can tell when your shoes are starting to wear down, but you may be wondering, “how long do tires last?” That’s where the team at Fremont Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Casper comes in handy with our quick guide.
If you’re in the Buffalo, Casper, and Cheyenne, WY, areas, we’re here to help you understand more about your tires. Read on to learn more about how long your tires last, then visit our dealership if you live in the Gillette and Sheridan, WY, communities.
Tire Quick Facts
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Maintenance |
Mileage |
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Tire Rotation: FWD/RWD |
5,000 – 7,000 miles |
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Tire Rotation: AWD/4x4 |
3,000 to 5,000 miles |
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Tire Replacement |
50,000 to 60,000 miles |
How Long Do Tires Last?
It goes without saying that tires are designed to last a long time, and most experts agree that a full set of tires will last between 50,000 to 60,000 miles. However, this isn’t an exact science, and depending on your driving habits, that could be shorter or longer.
If you’re not sure if you should get your tires checked or not, there are ways you can check for yourself before visiting us. The simplest is the penny test. Take a penny and turn it so Lincoln’s head is upside down and slip it in the tread of your tile.
- If Lincoln disappears into the groove, then your tires still have plenty of tread and you can continue driving.
- If you can see Lincoln’s face, then your tread is rather worn, and you should visit our service center.
How to Extend the Life of Your Tires
If you’re looking to extend the life of your tires, there are several things you can do to help preserve your tread, including:
- Avoid Braking Hard
- Drive Less Aggressively
- Keep Your Tire Pressure Within Recommended Levels
A great way you can help to extend the life of your tires is by rotating them. You may think, “Don’t my tires always rotate when I drive?” You’d be right, but rotating your tires at the mechanic is different. Common is the rearward cross configuration, where the front tires are moved to the opposite rear positions and the rear tires are moved directly forward.
This helps to ensure that your tire tread wears evenly. If you have a forward-wheel drive or a rear-wheel drive, you should rotate your tires every 5,000 to 7,000 miles, while tires with an all-wheel drive or four-wheel drivetrain should be rotated more frequently every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.
Our Service Department
While your tire should last you tens of thousands of miles, there are always extenuating circumstances. For example, you’re driving by a construction zone and drive over a nail, puncturing your tire, and now you need a patch. Our service center is there to help you out!
Our service center wants to keep you on the road rather than our repair bay, so we offer several tire repair services. We can patch your flat, get your tire up to pressure if you’re low, and even help you put on a new tire. You can check out our list of tire repair services on our site.
Visit Us to Answer the Question How Long Do Tires Last
With good care, you can expect your tires to last 50,000 to 60,000 miles, and on the chance that they don’t, we’re here for you. The team at Fremont CDJR Casper is here to help all our friends in the Buffalo, Casper, and Cheyenne, Wyoming, areas stay safe when on the road.
If you live in the Gillette and Sheridan, Wyoming, communities, contact our service department today!
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