What is recommended when replacing tires?

Place a penny head first into several tread grooves across the tire. If you always see the top of Lincoln’s head, your treads are shallow and worn. If this is the case, your tires need to be replaced. If part of Lincoln’s head is always covered by the tread, you have more than 2/32 of an inch of tread depth remaining.

Should all car tyres be replaced at the same time?

On a rear-wheel drive car the rear tyres wear faster than the front tyres; on a front-drive car it’s the front tyres that wear the fastest. Rotating the tyres around the car can even out the wear on all tyres. That way they should all need replacement at the same time.

How often should tyres be changed?

How long should my tyres last? On average, most tyres are sufficient to drive for around 20,000 to 30,000 miles. Tyres that are ten years’ old should be replaced to ensure your car is safe to drive. You can find out when your tyres were produced by reading the markings on the sidewall of the tyre.

At what tread depth should I replace tires?

2/32”
The U.S. Department of Transportation recommends replacing tires when they reach 2/32”, and many states legally require tires to be replaced at this depth. The idea of the penny test is to check whether you’ve hit the 2/32” threshold.

Is it illegal to have two tyres on a car?

No. Mixing different tread patterns across the same axle is not allowed. The identical tyre model and tread pattern must be fitted for a single axle. You can, however, use different tyres on a separate axle – just as long as they too match each other.

Should New tyres go on front or back of car?

Regardless of the drive type, we recommend not fitting the better tyres at the front, but always fitting them at the back. The reason is simple: The rear axle ensures the tracking stability of a vehicle.

What are the rules for new car tyres?

1. Preliminaries 2. Interpretation 3. Application to Northern Ireland 4. Supply of new passenger car and light trailer tyres 5. Supply of new motor cycle tyres 6. Supply of retreaded tyres 7. Supply of part-worn tyres 8. Interpretation of Part III 9. Exemptions applicable to the supply of new tyres and retreaded tyres 10.

When does the new EU tyre regulations come into force?

The new Regulation will enter into force on 25 June 2020 and it will apply from 1 May 2021. Until then, the current tyre label remains in use. For questions and answers on the Tyre Labelling Regulation (EU 2020/740), please click here.

How often do Michelin tyres need to be replaced?

After five years or more in use, your tyres should be thoroughly inspected at least once per year by a professional. If the tyres haven’t been replaced 10 years after their date of manufacture, as a precaution, Michelin recommends replacing them with new tyres.

When do you need to update your tyre management system?

This should enable you to have time to update your tyre management systems prior to the law changing – ensuring you comply with the new rules on an ongoing basis.

How long can you leave a car tyre on a car?

Tyres have an age limit after which they should be retired. The maximum service life for car tyres is generally agreed to be around a decade, but that’s an absolute maximum – you generally don’t want to leave tyres on your car for 10 years. Most manufacturers and suppliers only provide a maximum of five years’ warranty.

When do I need to change my car tyre?

• Before you go on a long road trip. • Any visible perforation, cut or deformation must be checked thoroughly by a tyre professional. • Only a tyre professional can tell you if your tyre can be repaired or has to be changed. Can my tyre be repaired and how?