So, you’ve gone through the effort of taking off your summer or all-season tires and replaced them with your snow tires to give you peace of mind and a boost in traction during the winter months. Why go through the effort of taking them off once the weather cheers up? We’ve got two reasons why you shouldn’t drive winter tires in the summer, and we’ve got the experienced professionals to help you get your tires switched, rotated and adjusted once spring arrives. Â
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Why You Shouldn’t Use Snow Tires All Year
Not only are winter tires more expensive than your summer tires, but they can actually affect your vehicle in negative ways when the weather doesn’t require them. Check out these 2 reasons why it’s worth it to switch them out once the snow and ice disappears.
They Wear Out FasterÂ
The deeper tread on winter tires is made to be more flexible and soft than all-season and summer tires, because the cold weather keeps them from wearing as quickly and enables them to grip the road more effectively. However, the warmer roads and air in the summer will allow the softer tread to wear off much more quickly, and will result in needing to be replaced more frequently.
Decreased Overall PerformanceÂ
Another reason to change your tires for the season is that the softer rubber of the winter tires will give you a less responsive and efficient drive. Sharp turns or quick maneuvers become much less duller as the warm and squishy tread of the winter tires sticks to the road. Soft tires also result in higher use of fuel per mile, so it’s better for your daily driving experience and wallet to change them out.
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Tire Replacement and Maintenance Racine WI
If you’ve got winter tires on and are looking for a reliable team to ensure they are switched out at the end of this winter season, trust the experienced service professionals at Palmen Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram of Racine. We’ve got the tools and the customer service you need to feel at ease. Schedule an appointment online for tire service, or even purchase new tires through Palmen on our dealership site. Whatever your vehicle needs to drive its best this spring, we’ve got you covered.
