Summer Tire Care Tips for Texas Drivers | Spring, TX

Fred Haas Toyota World knows that Texas summers can bring long road trips, higher temperatures, and hot pavement, and all these things take a toll on your tires. We have some tire care tips for our Houston, Spring, The Woodlands, and Conroe, TX, customers before they head out on their upcoming vacations.

Monitor Your Tire Pressure

As the weather gets warmer, it is especially important to check your tire pressure regularly. High temperatures cause tire expansion, and overinflation can be dangerous to drive with. On the other hand, underinflated tires can cause them to wear much more often. 

Checking your tire pressure at least once a month and inspecting them before a big trip will ensure you’re set up for success. If you need a second set of eyes, schedule a quick tire service appointment with Fred Haas Toyota World!

Tire Rotations

Did you know it is recommended to rotate your tires every 5,000 to 7,000 miles? These regular rotations help preserve your tires’ life and give them more even wear.

Driving habits may affect how often you should rotate your tires, so with summer coming up, now is the perfect time to get this done.

Inspect Tread Depth

The more tread depth your tires have, the better their traction on the road will be. When your tires are worn, traction is reduced, making it especially dangerous to drive on slick, wet roads. Below are some signs your tread may be too low.

• You’re slipping more on wet roads
• Uneven wear patterns during inspection
• You’re noticing less grip when braking

If you want to check your tread depth fast, all you need is a penny! If you see Lincoln’s full head when the penny is fully inserted into the tread, it’s time for a new set of tires.

Keeping up with all of the above will help our Spring, Houston, The Woodlands, and Conroe, TX, drivers stay safe during the hottest months of the year. Schedule an appointment with our technicians online for quick, efficient service, or give us a call with any questions at (281) 297-7100.