So it has come to my attention that tires can go bald. Now, this was shocking information to me as I wasn’t even really aware that they had hair. Like… that seems counterproductive… to the rolling thing. BUT I’m not a tire professional. Ok, now that I’ve got your attention, no, your tires do not grow hair, BUT they can go bald. And no, you can’t just get Rogaine for them to fix the problem. What “bald” means is basically the tread on your tires wears down and your tires are less effective at gripping the ground which would result in you sliding around the road.

This could be a problem, particularly when it’s rainy out and your car needs the extra grip to get around safely. Worn down tires can also lead to tire blow outs or air leaks depending on how worn down the tire is. All in all, a bald tire is an unsafe tire, besides, your tire will be SO self-conscious. We can’t have that, so it’s best to keep track of your tires’ wear so that you can avoid a dangerous situation.

How can you tell that your tire is worn down too far and needs to be replaced? Well, I’m glad that you asked because that is the easy part! All you need is a penny. Yes, you read that correctly. This is probably the cheapest test you will ever put your car through. All you have to do is put the penny into one of the indents, or tread, of your tire with Lincoln’s head down and facing you. If the tread covers to his hairline, you’ll need to change your tires soon. If you can see the top of Lincoln’s head, it’s time to change those tires. Now wasn’t that a super simple test?

If you find that your car is in need of new tires, getting your tires replaced with Younger Nissan of Frederick is just a simple as checking to see if you need to replace your tires. We keep the process simple and quick. Our service is exceptional at what they do, so you and your vehicle will be in good hands. So stop by today to get your car serviced by the professionals that you can trust. Younger Nissan of Frederick is here to keep service simple.