If you do not properly maintain your tires, they will only last a fraction of the time that they should. Keeping them in shape is easier than you might think and will also help enhance your safety on the road. Read more to check out some must-know maintenance guidelines for tires.

Check Your Tire Pressure

Having low tire pressure can affect your vehicle's performance, fuel economy and overall safety. Tires with low pressure are more likely to blow out and are a significant contributor to accidents, so it is important to make sure that they are properly inflated. Checking is easy: You can do it for free at some gas stations or invest in an inexpensive tire pressure gauge.

Check Your Tire Tread

Driving with low-tread or bald tires is simply dangerous. They are highly prone to blow out, and if this happens you risk the lives of yourself and others. Visually checking your tread is the simplest way to see if you need to replace your tires, and if you are not sure what the tread should look like, bring your vehicle to us and one of our technicians will take a look.

Rotate & Balance

When you don't have your tires rotated and balanced it can result in uneven tread wear and a shortened tire lifespan. This also means that you're wasting money because you'll probably have to replace your tires sooner than later. If it's time to have your tires rotated, visit our Ford car repair center in Phoenix today. This low-cost service will help ensure your well-being on the road and prolong the life of your tires.

Wheel Alignment

Whether you have new or gently used tires, you may be wasting the money you invested on them if your alignment is not properly adjusted. When your tires are out of line, they obtain much more tread wear, significantly decreasing the life of the tires over time. If your car's handling has become less agile, it may be a sign that your alignment has deviated from factory specs, and eventually your suspension system will be affected too.

Clean Off Your Brake Dust

If brake dust is left on your tires for too long, it can get baked on. The dust combines with moisture and road grime, then the heat from the brakes hardens these substances and makes it very difficult to remove. Luckily, avoiding this is simple. Get cleaning with a sponge and water, and make sure you do it every time you wash your car.

Camelback Ford's certified technicians are here to help you keep your tires in excellent condition. Visit or call our service center with any questions you have or to schedule an appointment.