🛞 How to Make Your Tyres Last Longer

✅ 1. Maintain Correct Tyre Pressure

• Check tyre pressure at least once a month and before long journeys

• Use the pressure recommended in your vehicle handbook or door sticker

• Both under-inflated and over-inflated tyres wear unevenly and reduce fuel efficiency

🔁 2. Rotate Your Tyres Regularly

• Rotate tyres every 8,000–12,000 miles (or as recommended by your vehicle manufacturer)

• Promotes even tread wear across all tyres, especially on front-wheel or rear-wheel drive vehicles

🚗 3. Get Wheel Alignment & Balancing Checked

• Misaligned wheels cause uneven wear and can affect handling

• Have alignment and balancing checked during regular servicing or when you feel pulling, vibration, or uneven wear

🛞 4. Drive Smoothly and Responsibly

• Avoid harsh braking, fast cornering, and rapid acceleration

• Driving smoothly reduces stress on tyres and helps maintain even tread wear

⛔ 5. Avoid Potholes and Kerb Hits

• Impact with potholes or hitting kerbs can damage the tyre’s internal structure or sidewalls

• Always slow down on rough roads and steer clear of debris

🔍 6. Inspect Your Tyres Often

• Look for cracks, bulges, cuts, or embedded objects

• Catching small issues early can prevent blowouts or further damage

• Ensure tread depth stays above the legal minimum (1.6mm in the UK); replace tyres if below 3mm for optimal safety

🌡️ 7. Store Tyres Properly (Seasonal or Spare Sets)

• If using winter/summer tyres, store them in a cool, dry, clean space

• Keep them away from direct sunlight, heat sources, or chemicals

🧼 8. Keep Tyres Clean

• Wash tyres regularly to remove dirt, brake dust, and road salt

• Helps prevent degradation of rubber and sidewalls

📅 9. Schedule Regular Tyre Checks

• Book professional tyre inspections every 6 months or during service visits

• Ensure tread depth, inflation, and condition are assessed by a technician

⚠️ Final Note:

Even with perfect care, tyres naturally age. Most manufacturers recommend replacing tyres every 6–10 years, regardless of tread wear.