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Nissan Tire Replacements | Columbia & Ellicott City, MD

Have you noticed that your tire tread seems lower than normal? Are you having a harder time braking when you need to? Chances are that your vehicle needs new tires. Over time, the tread on your tires will wear down due to friction with the ground and the weight of the vehicle itself. So, if you need new tires, we recommend stopping by Sheehy Nissan of Glen Burnie for Nissan tire replacements near Columbia & Ellicott City, MD!

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How to Tell if a Tire Needs to Be Replaced

Are you unsure if your vehicle is ready for tire replacements? Luckily, there’s an easy way to tell if a tire needs to be replaced! With a quarter, face Washington’s head towards you and upside-down into the tread. If the top of his head is visible, your tires need to be replaced. If the tread covers his head, it is still safe to drive with that tire, but you should be mindful of how close that tread is approaching the top of the head. Basically, if the tread is close to the top of his head, plan on buying new tires soon.

How is the quarter a reliable tool, you may wonder? The end of the quarter to the top of the president’s head is 1/8th of an inch, which is the minimum tread needed on a tire. This way, you can monitor your tire tread whenever you please and won’t need to pay out of pocket for a mechanic to inspect it.

In addition, we highly recommend keeping the receipts of your last tire purchases. Tires should be replaced every six years, regardless of the tread depth. This is due to cracking inside or outside the tire and potential bald spots if the vehicle sits in one spot for long periods of time. So, if you rarely drive your car and haven’t replaced your tires in the past six years, plan on getting those tires replaced.

For fast and professional Nissan tire replacements near Columbia & Ellicott City, MD, visit us at Sheehy Nissan of Glen Burnie! We will get your car new tires quickly and at an affordable price so you can get back on the road.

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