While there’s no set requirement for when to replace tires according to age, the general recommendation is to replace them six years after the manufacture date and to never drive on tires that are older than 10 years.
- How often should you change your tires?
- If you drive more, you should rotate the tires at least twice a year. In most cases, manufacturers recommend you change the vehicle oil after every 7,500 miles or after six months.
- Do tires expire?
- It may be tentative, but tires do have an expiration date. There is a general consensus that most tires should be inspected, if not replaced, at about six years and should be absolutely be swapped out after 10 years, regardless of how much tread they have left. How do you know how old your tires are?
- How often should I have my tyres checked?
- Get the tyre checked quickly to fix the problem before it gets worse. In 5 years, your tyres will probably have been run over many different surfaces and perhaps have suffered shocks. After 5 years of use, have them checked by a professional at least once a year.
- Do I need to replace my tyres?
- On the other side of the coin, your tyre could be quite new, but if it’s been sitting static for a long period of time it may also need replacing. This is because the rubber compound in the tyre can dry out and split with the expansion and contraction that weather conditions cause.
Why did my tires only last 2 years?
Low tire pressure is the most common cause for tires to wear out prematurely. Low tires will cause the tires to run hotter than they are designed to and will put more pressure on the outer edges of the tires.
- What happens to tires as they age?
- Tires begin to weaken and fall apart as they age. The tire aging process happens regardless of whether a tire is on a vehicle or in a temperature-controlled room. Most tires begin to significantly degrade around five years from the date of manufacture. Six years from the date of manufacture, most tires are no longer safe for use on a vehicle.
- How long do tires last?
- “Some tire manufacturers offer a warranty as high as 80,000 miles or more, reflecting confidence in that particular product’s longevity based on its engineering, technology, and design. Other tires may be built to provide 30,000 miles of service.”
- What causes tires to wear out prematurely?
- The lack of tire maintenance is the most common cause for tires to wear out prematurely. As a vehicle owner it is important to follow the manufacturer’s recommendations on maintenance as those service intervals are designed to prolong the life of your tires. Low tire pressure is the most common cause for tires to wear out prematurely.
- Is it time to buy tires again?
- When you purchase tires for your car you expect that they will last for quite a few miles or years before you need to purchase tires again. It can be discouraging when you notice that your tires are wearing much faster than expected, or that they are already so worn that it is time to purchase tires again.
