Tires - T.O. Haas Tire and Auto - Nebraska, Kansas, Iowa

Tire Pressure Matters

How often do you check your tire pressure? If you are like the majority of drivers, it is not nearly often enough. And that is a problem because tires are one of your car's most important safety devices right after the brakes. So why is either too much or too little pressure a bad thing?

Too much pressure reduces the footprint of the tire. This means that less of the tire hits the road while driving, which creates more bouncing and less traction, and can seriously impact stopping distances.
Too little pressure means more of your tire touches the pavement, and that increases friction and uneven wearing. It also increases the chances of overheating and tread separation both of which can lead to reduced control in braking and cornering.

Always check your owner's manual or the sticker on the door jam of the car for the recommended tire pressure: Don't go by what's arked on your tires. That number is the maximum allowable air pressure and it can be a lot higher than what is actually right for your vehicle.

When to Replace Tires
Tires are manufactured with “wear bars.” The bar becomes exposed when there is less than 1.6 mm of tread depth remaining on your tire. Tires must be replaced when the wear bar is visible. You could also try the penny test: Place a penny in the tire’s groove with Lincoln’s head facing down. If you can see the top of Lincoln’s head, then the tire needs replacing.

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How to Buy Tires
There are countless varieties of tires available. Choosing the best one for your vehicle can be difficult. First, determine whether you require a passenger or light truck tire. Passenger tires are sufficient for most car owners and many pick-up and SUV owners. However, some pick-up and SUV vehicles require more robust light truck tires for hauling heavy loads and driving on rough road conditions.

The second step is to determine your own driving needs and what benefits you

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Tire Maintenance Tires are often the most neglected parts of a vehicle. And yet, they are among the most important and easily cared for. By adopting these few simple tire maintenance practices, you can increase your vehicle’s fuel efficiency, reduce harmful emissions, save money and make your vehicle safer.

Measure your tire pressure monthly using a good quality tire gauge. A visual inspection is not sufficient to detect under or over-inflation problems.
Have your tires aligned annually.
Rotate your tires every 5,000 miles. We recommend re-balancing your front tires with every tire rotation to maintain a smooth, comfortable ride.
Monitor tread wear and replace tires when your tire tread is worn out.
Conduct a visual check for embedded stones, glass and other foreign objects that could work their way into the tire and cause a leak.

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Custom Wheels
T.O. Haas Tire & Auto is committed to offering you exceptional quality rims/wheels and a variety second to none. We'll help you find the personalized look you desire and deserve. Choose from cast or forged aluminum, composite and steel wheels in a multitude of finishes for virtually any application. Click for a sampling of what we have to offer. Details >

Replacing Only 2 Tires?
If you're replacing only two tires, be sure to have them installed on your vehicle's rear axle. New tires will provide better grip than your half-worn tires and when they are installed on the rear that helps reduce the potential for your vehicle to fishtail or hydroplane in wet conditions.

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