How can I extend tyre life?

Ways to increase the lifespan of your tyres

There are a few habits that can increase the lifespan of your tyres while saving you money and keeping you safer on the road.

Tyre maintenance checklist

• It is important to check your tyre pressure at least once a month to ensure that tyres are optimally inflated to maintain their lifespan. Have the manufacturer's recommended pressure on all four tyres.
• Wheel alignment should be checked once a year. Misalignment can lead to uneven wear and tear on the tyres as well as lead to a decrease in the lifespan of the tyres.
• Avoid harsh driving. Aggressive acceleration, heavy braking, and fast cornering can all lead to quicker wearing of the tyre tread line.
• Avoid hitting kerbs repeatedly. Damaging the sidewalls and internal structure of the tyres can be expensive.
• If your vehicle handbook suggests it, rotating your tyres can assist in evening wear and tear on the front and back axles of the car.
• Regularly check for damage on the tyres. Clearing punctures that are slowly being created, as well as embedded objects, early can help to prevent more damage to the tyres.