Acura Tire Center

Get The Right Tires For Your Vehicle

Did you know that tires are the most ignored and underrated part of a vehicle? They are, however, the only thing that stands between your car and the road. Neil Huffman Acura at Oxmoor has the best tires for your vehicle! Your tires are important to your car's performance. Make sure your tires are not worn out.

Buying tires is a big decision, but it does not have to be a confusing one. Here are some factors to consider:

Choose The Right Type of Tires For Your Vehicle

There are a variety of tires on the market. When selcting tires for your vehicle, make sure you choose the right type of tires for your car:

  • Comfort and handling: touring tires are dependable for wet and dry roads; they provide a smooth and quiet ride

  • Sports car: high performance tires are designed for high speeds in dry and wet weather; they have a softer rubber compound for grip

  • Pick Up Truck/SUV: light truck tires provide durability and traction for off-road conditions; SUV tires are ideal for on-road driving
  • All season tires: most vehicles are all-season tires that are dependable in wet and dry road conditions
  • Winter tires: designed to perform in icy and snowy conditions due to soft rubber traction; recommended in the winter months for drivers who live in areas where the temperature drops below freezing for long periods of time
  • Commercial Vehicle: commercial light truck tires handle driving through dirt and mud. They are dependable for wear and tear from commercial use.
  • Off-road tires: great for drivers who do limited on-road driving; they have stiffer sidewalls for resistance against punctures.

Tire Size

How to read tire sizes.

Here's how to read tire size measurements:

  • Tire Width: three-digit number - refers to the overall width of the tire in mm
  • Aspect ratio: relationship between tire height and width
  • Radial: "R" indicates a radial construction of the tire. Radial tires are designed for strength, stability, flexibility and ride comfort
  • Wheel Diameter: the number indicates that the tire fits on a wheel with a 16-inch diameter
  • Load Index: ranges from 0-279 and indicates how much weight the tire is certified to carry; never buy a tire with a lower load index than your vehicle's original ire.
  • Speed Rating: tells you the top speed at which your tires can operate; speed ratings range from Q (lowest) to Z (highest) with one exception: the H rating falls between U and V
  • Mud and Snow: the letters M and S indicate that this tire meets the Rubber Manufacturer Association's standards for a mud and snow tire; the letters can be found in the following combinations: M+S, M/S and M&S

How To Extend Tire Life and Maximize Fuel Economy

  • Tire Pressure: You can extend the life of your tires by ensuring that the tire pressure is not under-inflated. Tires that are not properly inflated increase rolling resistance and fuel consumption. To maintain proper pressure, check regularly and examine the tire for foreign objects and wear.
  • Wheel Alignment: Misaligned wheels can cause wear, which sufficiently shortens the life of the tire and increases rolling resistance. This causes extra engine power and increases fuel consumption. The main symptom is that the steering wheel pulls to the side when driving straight.
  • Wheel Balance: If the wheels are not balanced, the tires, steering and suspension wear. Wheel balance should be checked when replacing your tires.

When Should You Buy New Tires?

Not sure if it’s time to buy new tires? Here are some signs that it’s time to replace your tires:

  • When the tread is worn. There are two quick ways to check your tread. First, most tires have treadwear indicator bars that show when tires are close to needing replacement. Otherwise, just insert a penny upside down into the tread. If you can see all or most of Abraham Lincoln’s hair, you need to replace your tires soon.

  • Excessive vibration or tire noise is often an indicator of worn or damaged tires.
  • Excessive age, which may not cause visible problems, but could create a hazardous situation due to old or failing tire compounds. Typical tire life is 6 to 10 years, if your tires are older and looking dry or cracked, you should plan on replacing them soon, even if they still hold air.
  • When there is obvious damage, such as slashes, blisters or bulges, especially to the sidewall of the tire.
  • Uneven tread wear, which is often caused by poor alignment, over- or under-inflation, poor balance, or a worn bearing.

If you have any questions about your tires or need any assistance, please stop into Neil Huffman Acura at Oxmoor and talk with our tire experts.  You can also make a service appointment online to get your tires serviced.

 

Neil Huffman Acura At Oxmoor

100 Oxmoor Ct
Louisville, KY 40222
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