Odds are that as a Porsche owner you’d never go for weeks without washing your car, but how often do you think about your tires? Although the tires on a Porsche are designed to be high-performance and give you a superb ride, many owners take them for granted–until there’s a problem. Why wait until you’re staring at a hefty bill for Porsche repair due to a damaged suspension system or a fender-bender?
Here are a few ways you can keep your tires in their best condition, especially moving into the colder months:
Give Them Attention
Every couple of weeks, and especially when you’ve driven through slippery, wet, or otherwise intense conditions, give your tires a quick visual inspection. If you notice any cracking, excessive or uneven wear, or even something that just looks “odd”, let that be your clue to take your tires in to be inspected by a qualified tire service technician. Trust your instinct: if something seems wrong, it probably is. And remember to keep the date of your tires’ manufacture in mind. No matter how little wear they’ve received, most tires are not recommended for use when they’re more than 10 years old. If yours are older, then they should be replaced.
Keep Them Well-Maintained
Maintenance may not be a word that you’ve generally associated with tires, but in order for the vehicle to keep performing at its peak all tires need to be regularly balanced, rotated, and aligned. Ensuring that your tires and wheels are balanced, rotated, and aligned can lengthen the life of your tires, keep your car’s suspension from wearing out prematurely, and make for a much more comfortable ride.
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