TIRE RESOURCES

Driving on worn tires is a safety hazard — for you, your passengers and others on the road around you. Find out how to determine if your tire is safe for the road.

Tire sizes are a series of numbers that refer to the tire’s width, aspect ratio and rim size. Tire tread gauges are used to obtained specific measurements in 32nds of an inch.

Before you leave for any kind of road trip, it is a good idea to check your car and tires. Following these steps will help you avoid mechanical issues, saving you time and money and helping to ensure your safety.

In the United States, 20 states require some type of regular vehicle safety inspections. Make sure that your tires will not prevent your car from passing state inspection. You can buy tires at the exact tread level you need from Champtires.

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When temperatures fluctuate drastically, it’s common for a car’s tire pressure to change, causing the monitoring light to activate. However, this doesn’t mean that you should ignore the notification.

Fall
Potholes
Rain
Spring
Summer / Heat
Winter / Ice, Cold and Snow

Considering used tires is a good choice if you’re looking to save money. However, not all used tire stores are created equally, so make sure that you purchase used tires from a reputable seller, such as Champtires.

Tires that have been driven on for less than 50 miles are called take-off tires.