All Honda owners throughout the Bay Area want to get the most life out of their vehicle's tires. Proper tire care not only helps your tires last longer, but also improves your Honda's handling and overall safety on the road. At Concord Honda, we want to help you maximize the lifespan of your tires with these three essential tips. Visiting us for Honda tire servicing in Concord, CA is a great way to extend the life of your tires.
1. Maintain Proper Tire Inflation
One of the simplest and most effective ways to prolong your tire life is to keep them properly inflated. Tires that are underinflated or overinflated will wear unevenly and more quickly. Check your tire pressure at least once a month when the tires are cold – either first thing in the morning or after the car has been parked for a few hours. Many gas stations around Concord and the Bay Area have air pumps you can use.
You can find the recommended tire pressure for your specific Honda model on a sticker inside the driver's side door jamb or in your owner's manual. Keeping your tires inflated to the proper PSI will help your tires wear evenly, handle better, and last longer on your trips beyond the Bay Area.
2. Rotate Tires Regularly
Front and rear tires wear differently, especially on front-wheel drive vehicles which Honda is known for. Regular tire rotations from our Honda Service Center in Concord ensure all four tires wear evenly over time, so you get the maximum life out of your tire set. Tire rotations are recommended every 5,000 to 7,500 miles.
During a tire rotation service at Concord Honda, our certified technicians will swap the front and rear tires, and also switch sides, to promote even treadwear. This will help your tires last longer, maintain better traction, and provide a smoother ride taking I-680 to Walnut Creek.
3. Monitor Tire Tread Depth
In addition to proper inflation and rotations, keeping an eye on your tire tread depth is key to prolonging tire life. Tires with sufficient tread depth maintain better traction, especially in wet driving conditions.
An easy way to check your tire tread at home is with the penny test. Insert a penny into your tire's tread groove with Lincoln's head upside down and facing you. If you can see all of Lincoln's head, your tread depth is less than 2/32 of an inch and it's time to replace your tires.
Schedule Tire Service at Concord Honda
It's worth the drive from San Francisco for tire services at Concord Honda. From tire rotations and tire balancing to additional tire maintenance and tire replacements, our Bay Area Honda Service Center can keep you moving forward. Honda owners from Vallejo can spend less on tire care with our everyday Value Price offers. Schedule service online if you're in need of timely tire maintenance. Following these three essential tire care tips will help your Honda's tires last longer and perform better as you drive around the Bay Area.
