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How Long a Tire Lasts

  The question, "How long does a tire last?" tends to be followed by several others like, “What causes a tire to wear? When should tires be replaced? What can be done to make tires last longer?” Fortunately, we can help provide clarity around these questions. HOW LONG A TIRE LASTS There is no exact answer to how long a particular tire will last, but there are things a driver can do to get the most out of their tire investment and avoid driving on unsafe tires. On average, people drive between 12,000 to 15,000 miles a year, which means the average good quality all-season tire will last somewhere between three and five years, depending on maintenance, driving style and conditions, etc.  The  National Highway Traffic Safety Association  (NHTSA) states a driver is three times more likely to be involved in a crash caused by poor tire condition. Safer is smarter when it comes to the health of tires, so if there is ever a question on tread wear or age, have the tires checke...

Learn How Good Quality Tyres Deliver a Good Driving Experience

  The right set of tyres can elevate your vehicle’s performance. But, a set of mismatched tyres can hinder the performance of the best machines. Your vehicle runs on its tyres and it's the tyres that endure the bad road conditions. That’s why it’s of paramount importance that your bike tyres or car tyres should be of the best quality. How do you judge a tyre’s quality? Here are some factors you need to keep in mind while taking that decision. Let’s start on the surface. The Tread The tread pattern of the tyre can tell you a lot about the quality of the tyres. Different compound combinations are used during the manufacturing of the tyre. These determine the various traits of a tyre. Such as: ●        Gripping capability ●        Longevity ●        Resistance to punctures ●        Wear rate ●        Rolling resi...