Tire Service

Tire Service at Stanley Ford Sweetwater

One of the most used components of your vehicle is the tires. Mile after mile, they keep going to take you to work, school, running errands, and back home again. As they wear down and need to be replaced, you can be assured of quality replacement tires from Stanley Ford Sweetwater. Tires must be checked and maintained on a regular basis to keep an automobile in good overall condition and safe to drive. Although vehicle owners can undertake some aspects of tire repair, the majority of tire maintenance duties should be performed by a professional. Come on down to Stanley Ford Sweetwater if you live in the Abilene, Roscoe, or Sweetwater locations, and let one of our service professionals check your tires now!

Importance of Rotating Tires

Tire rotation is a vital maintenance procedure since it extends the life of your tires and improves your driving safety. Tire rotation is the process of regularly repositioning tires to promote even tread wear. Tire rotation should be done on a regular basis to maintain balanced handling and traction, as well as promote even tread wear. Varied wheel positions can result in different wear rates and types of tire wear. You should rotate your tires every 5,500 to 7,500 miles to avoid uneven tire wear.

Tire Pressure Information

The car manufacturer's suggestion for tire inflation must be followed. Tires that are overinflated become stiff and inflexible, limiting the contact area. This can make for a bumpy voyage. It may also cause uneven wear, with the center of the tire wearing down faster than the sides. Underinflated tires, on the other hand, flatten and make greater contact with the road. This can result in "shoulder wear," or early tire wear. The car's fuel economy is also affected by underinflated tires. Tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) are now standard on most newer model cars, alerting the driver when a tire's pressure is low. Even if your car has TPMS, keeping a tire pressure gauge in the glove compartment is a good idea.

Tire and Tread Wear

Your tires are the only thing that connects your car to the ground. As you drive, the tread grabs the road. If it's not deep enough, your automobile will lose traction and have to brake more frequently. In rainy weather, shallow tread grooves make it more difficult to drive the vehicle, increasing the risk of aquaplaning. The two main causes of tread wear are as follows:

• Out of Spec Tire Alignment: The adjustment of the vehicle's steering and suspension components, the system that connects and regulates the motion of the wheels, is known as tire alignment. It is not a tire or wheel adjustment. Adjusting the angles of the tires and their contact with the road in line with the vehicle manufacturer's specifications for all parameters is crucial to appropriate alignment.
• Improper Inflation Pressure: When a tire is underinflated, it is more likely to wear unevenly and quickly. Vehicle manufacturers define the front and rear tire inflation pressures not just to improve ride comfort, handling, and fuel efficiency, but also to account for tire deterioration. Proper inflation pressure in the tread aids in the distribution of vehicle load, accelerating, braking, and cornering forces. The contact patch of the tire tread will not be optimized to handle the vast range of jobs it is requested to accomplish if the tire pressure is too low, or even too high.

You will discover a large selection of tires from major manufacturers in stock at Stanley Ford Sweetwater. We carry all major sizes and various styles to suit all kinds of driving styles, vehicles and budgets. Our technicians will be happy to show you the available options for your make and model and help you choose a product that fits your lifestyle. Whether you like to go off-roading or you’re more concerned about safety and efficiency, we have the tire for you.

Take Care of Your Tires

We know that buying a set of tires is quite an investment for your vehicle. We want to help you protect that investment and ensure they last as long as possible with regular maintenance. Bring in your vehicle and our service technicians can check the tire pressure. Proper inflation is one of the most important components of long-lasting tires. 

Our technicians will also check the tread and let you know how much life the tires have left. They will notice if the tread pattern is uneven and recommend tire rotation or wheel alignment. If you do have an issue and your tire begins leaking, we can patch it up and get you back on the road. Routine tire maintenance will extend the life of your tire no matter how long it was designed to last. 

If you believe your car requires service, please contact our service department or schedule an appointment and we will inspect your vehicle right away!