- Poor maintenance of vehicle tires has caused various road accidents, causing unwanted deaths while many others suffer permanent injuries. For example, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) report shows that 33,000 accidents yearly are caused by tire related problems while roughly 11,000 road accidents due to tire failure including not less than 200 deaths also occur every year in the US. In the year 2023, tire-related road accidents caused 646 deaths in the US, as reported by NHTSA. Therefore, keeping good maintenance of your vehicle tires can save lives and your money. In addition, keeping your car tires in good condition may promote better performance, safety and the longevity of your tires, amongst others. However, here are some tips:
Avoid overloading
Inspect tire pressure with a good tool
Examine tires for correct inflation, at least once a month
Often use a service technician to check your front end alignment
Examine pressure, even if you have a monitoring system. Why? It’s because tires under inflated, even as much as half, may not appear flat
To ensure even wear, rotate your car tires around every 5,000 miles
Avoid road hazards such as pedestrians, debris, heavy traffic, potholes, amongst others
To ensure proper road grip, watch tire tread depth
Watch out for damage and uneven wear, like smooth spots or high and low areas
Examine your spare tire from time to time. Spare tires age even when not used.
In conclusion, personal inspection and maintenance of your vehicle tires regularly to detect possible wear and damage on your tires are essential for necessary adjustments, repairs or replacements of your tires. Monthly inspection of your tires especially, before and after long journeys is an essential step in ensuring your and vehicle safety as well as the safety of other road users consequently, making our roads safer for all.
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