Best Choice Tire and Service is Michigan’s leading semi truck and trailer tire facility. From sales to repair to replacement, we do it all! To help our customers understand more about their tires, we’re giving you 3 facts that are important for every trucker to know.
Inflation is Crucial
If your tires are over or underinflated, you’re not only risking a blowout – you could be putting additional wear and tear on other systems. Brakes and suspension systems can be affected by improper tire inflation. Perhaps even more importantly, your gas mileage can be affected by tire inflation, too!
Tread Wear
Tire tread can severely affect your truck’s safety. Tread helps your wheels grip the road and smoother contact surfaces mean longer stopping distances. If your tire tread is low on one or more tires, it’s time for some new rubber!
Proper Mounting
Correct alignment and wheel balance are just as important on semi trucks as they are on smaller, personal vehicles. If your steering wheels “pulls” to one side or your tires wear unevenly, balance and alignment are likely causes.
To get your tires inspected, repaired or replaced – call Michigan’s premier semi truck and trailer repair shop today at (810) 875-0593!
First, it’s important to understand what to look for on your tires. Tread wear, under or over inflation, unusual patterns in the tread – all of these can be indicators of major problems. Manufacturer’s recommendations will provide information on proper tire inflation. It’s critical to maintain the correct PSI in your tires to avoid early failures and tires should be checked before and after long trips. Tread wear should be consistent on each tire – inconsistent wear can indicate alignment issues or suspension problems. Weather and road conditions also play a role in tire life, especially in the extreme heat of the south or colder temperatures here in the north. Our team of