Getting
a flat tire is no fun for anyone at any time, especially on vacation.
To keep your summer road trip rolling along, the non-profit Car Care
Council recommends a quick tire check before you leave the driveway.
The
excitement of summer vacation quickly deflates when your car has a
flat tire. A quick four-step tire check will help you to avoid the
aggravation of changing a flat tire on the side of the road.
- Check that all tires, including the spare, are inflated to recommended pressure levels.
- Check tire tread depth with a simple penny test – if you see Lincoln’s head above the tread, then it is time for new tires.
- Check for irregular wear as uneven wear indicates a need for wheel alignment.
- Check tires for cuts, bruises, bulges, bald spots or other irregularities that can lead to a flat tire.