Loftin's Automotive Service
3907 South New Hope Road, Gastonia, NC 28056 704.824.7671

Loftin's Automotive Service Tech Question on Tire Wear

Last Updated: Apr 29, 2019

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Loftin's Automotive Service Tech Question:
My name is Dan. My vehicle tires wore out early and I had to replace them. What can I do to make my tires last longer?

Loftin's Automotive Service Answer:
Dan's problem – premature tire wear – is very common for Gastonia residents. Here are several ways to lengthen the life of your tires:

First, tires lose air pressure over time, so check them at least once a month and fill them up as necessary. A sticker on the driver's side door jamb has the recommended pressure.

Tire rotation is also important to increase the life of tires. Your front tires take the brunt of stopping and steering forces so they wear faster than the rear tires. They should be rotated regularly so that all four tires wear more evenly. Talk to us at Loftin's Automotive Service in Gastonia for more information.

Out of balance wheels can also cause a tire to wear too fast. Gastonia drivers who feel a vibration in their seat or steering wheel may have a wheel out of balance.

Finally, bad wheel alignment and worn or damaged suspension can chew through a tire very quickly. Ask your friendly pros at Loftin's Automotive Service to have your tires inspected for signs of premature wear. Your technician will be able to pinpoint the cause and get it taken care of.

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Loftin's Automotive Service
3907 South New Hope Road
Gastonia, NC 28056
704.824.7671

At Loftin's Automotive Service we install quality NAPA replacement parts.