Are my tires still OK?

Posted June 17, 2024

With the arrival of spring, it is crucial to maintain your safety by taking care to replace your worn and aging tires. Because even if you install tires designed for summer, if their condition is not good, you and your family would not be safe.

But how do you know if your tires are still good for a few kilometers? The first and easiest way is to do business with our specialists. They will be able to tell you precisely how much life is left on your tires, and let you know which tires will be perfect for your vehicle.

There are still some ways for you to do the checks yourself. So here are some things to look out for:

Age
Did you know that specialists recognize that tires more than six years old are no longer worthy of being under your vehicle? This means that tires that are too old could have dried out rubber, and no longer be able to provide the required grip.

But how do you know if your tires are too old? First look at the identification number, molded on the side. This number provides information on the date of manufacture and other key characteristics of the tire. If your tires are more than six years old, it’s time to change them. Basically, the last four digits indicate the week and year of manufacture. If you see a number that doesn’t end in 17 (it’s 2024), say goodbye to your tires.

Wear and tear
It is also crucial to check the tread and tread of your tires to assess their wear. To ensure optimal grip and traction on the road, it is recommended to use tires with a deeper tread. Although the legal tread depth limit is 1.6mm, it is strongly recommended that you replace your tires before reaching this limit for your safety.

Cracks or dry rot on the sidewalls or tread of your tires may also indicate that it’s time to replace them. These signs show that the tire is aging and may cause performance or safety issues.

The behaviour
You are driving your car, and you feel that it is not behaving as it should. Yes, it could be the alignment, but it is also very possible that it is the condition of your tires that causes this change in behavior.

A vibration, an unusual noise or a longer braking distance than you anticipated could be a real indication that your tires are in serious need of replacement.

If you have any doubts regarding the condition of your tires, it is advisable to consult our professionals to assess their condition and obtain recommendations on the appropriate models for your needs. We are the industry experts. We can help you choose tires that provide optimal performance and maximum safety for your car and your driving style.

If you have any doubts, do not hesitate to consult our experts at Pneus Chartrand Mécanique for advice and recommendations on the tires best suited to your needs.

Questions? Our Advisors are Happy to Help!

If you have questions about anything you've read in this resource page, contact your nearest dealer for more information. We are passionate in assisting our customers make the best choices to keep their vehicles in tip-top shape and keep their families safe.