How Many Miles Do Tires Last?

New Wabash drivers often ask us, “How many miles do tires last?” Well, it depends on your Marion driving habits and if you have OEM or high-quality tires. At Greg Hubler Buick GMC, our service experts say that approximately 50,000 miles is typical tire life expectancy. Read on below to learn more about tire life expectancy, then use our tire finder to help you choose the right tire for your Buick, GMC.

What Contributes to Tire Life Expectancy?

So, if you’re thinking about the tire life left on your new or used vehicle, you’re probably wondering, “How many miles do tires last?” Or “How many miles should tires last?” The answers to both questions depending on the contributing factors below: 

• Type of tire: High-quality tires may offer extra grip but not last as long as all-season tires. 
• Treadwear rating: The treadwear rating can help rate the life expectancy of your tire treads. 
• Drivetrain: Whether you have all-wheel drive, front-wheel drive, or rear-wheel drive, engine power is directed to either the front set, rear set, or all the tires. This leads to your tires wearing differently over time. 
• Road conditions: The road conditions vary throughout Hartford City so keep in mind consistently driving on gravel and dirt or in snow, salt, ice, and rain can wear your tires faster. Even off-roading can drastically impact your tire life expectancy too. 
• Terrain: Terrains that have more texture will increase the friction put on your tires. 
• Driving habits: Regardless of where you cruise, how you stop, start, and slow down your vehicle can affect your tire life expectancy. 

Tire Care Tips For Long-Lasting Tires

Now that we covered the two questions of, “How many miles do tires last?” and “How many miles should tires last?” Let’s take a closer look at ways to increase your tire life expectancy around Gas City:

• Check the air pressure in your vehicle or at a nearby Wabash gas station. 
• Inspect tire tread depth for tire tread wear.
• Rotate your tires to ensure even distribution of tire wear.
• Scheduleyour vehicle for routine maintenance. 

Get Tire Care at Greg Hubler Buick GMC 

If you’re still unsure how many miles should tires last, contact us so we can walk you through proper tire care tips to extend your tire life expectancy. Our service team is here to help! Check out our current service specials.