Stop Going Bald

Your tires keep you rolling down the asphalt and — just like the other components of your vehicle — they need to be well cared for. This is especially true about the tread on your tires, as the service professionals at Portsmouth Used Car Center can attest. Tire tread does matter because it provides your vehicle with firm grips on the road, allowing you to remain balanced and upright on its surface while you drive. Balding tires or those with poor tread have reduced grips, which means your car’s performance in harsh weather or on icy streets may be less than ideal. That is why we are advocates for periodic tire service in Portsmouth, NH, and will even replace your current tires with a fresh set if the need is great enough. Speak with our technicians about getting your next maintenance appointment on the books.

Tire Tread Does Matter

You can employ a simple method, right at home, for determining the status of your tread: placing a penny headfirst into various tread grooves. If the top of President Abraham Lincoln’s head is visible, it means your tread is worn. If your tread covers a portion of President Lincoln’s head, then you still have more than about 2/32 of an inch of tread depth left and do not need new tires just yet. Another factor that affects tread is cold temperatures. According to Goodyear, your tires will lose one to two pounds of pressure for every 10 degrees of temperature drop* and icy roads yield less gripping opportunities for your wheels. Our Portsmouth, NH, tire service professionals will conduct our own examination of your tires during your appointment and notify you if it is time to switch to a new set.

Quality Tire Service in Portsmouth, NH

We at Portsmouth Used Car Center firmly believe that tire tread does matter and that your tires should only receive the highest grade of maintenance. Not only will we ensure they are in their peak condition, but we will also point out comprehensive service specials that you can put to good use for your tires. Does tire tread matter? The simple answer is, “Yes.” Schedule your appointment with us today!

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*See dealer for complete details.