Understanding Tire Maintenance During Seasonal Changes

Here in the Midwest, changing seasons is something we are all too familiar with. Especially during the spring and fall months, we can experience multiple seasons in one week! During these shifts in season, the weather significantly impacts your tires. Here are some seasonal conditions and how they may affect your tires:

Heat - Every time the temperature goes up 10 degrees, tire pressure increases by 1 PSI. Warm weather and extreme humidity can lead to over-inflated tires and can be more prone to punctures while driving.

Cold - It is essential to keep an eye on tire pressure, even when it's cold outside. Similar to heat, a 10-degree temperature drop can decrease the pressure of your tires by 1 to 2 PSI. When we shift into winter months, this could be a reason your low-pressure light may come on. This PSI drop, if not corrected, can have an impact on your car's handling and traction, potentially affecting the life of your tires.

Road Temperature - When asphalt and cobblestone roads get hot, they expand and cause increased friction with your tire. As a result, the tires heat up and over-inflate due to an increase in air pressure.

Avoid sudden blowouts and tread separation by getting the tire pressure checked during other routine maintenance services by one of our Certified Technicians. Similarly, consider investing in routine seasonal tire services to ensure that your vehicle drives beautifully, no matter the time of year.

If your tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light is on or blinking, let a member of our Service Concierge Team get you scheduled with one of our certified technicians to take a look. To schedule your tire service now, please chat with us through our website or feel free to call or text us at the number below: