To paraphrase a classic Christmas-time song, when the weather outside is frightful, a great new set of tires can be delightful. Here in Georgia, our weather may not get as frosty as some parts of the country, but it still presents its own unique set of challenges. What's more, you might be traveling to a snowy area for wintertime travel. That's why new winter tires at Peach State Ford in Cedar Town GA can be a very good idea.
Your tires take on even greater importance in the winter
The tires on your Ford Explorer or Ford Escape are always a vital safety factor. But when temperatures are dropping and rain or snow are falling, the tires on your vehicle become more important than ever. No matter where you travel around Dallas or Rockmart GA, the rubber that separates you and your family from icy, snowy road surfaces can make a big difference in your wintertime security.
Consider the possibility of getting snow tires for your car
All-season tires can do a very credible job on your Ford or whatever you drive throughout most of the year. But there's a very good case to be made for getting specially designed winter snow tires. These are formulated specifically for the slicker road conditions you can encounter during the winter. They come with a soft rubber compound that has the ability to stay flexible in cold conditions so your handling is more precise.
We offer the kind of name brand tire quality the world counts on
It's possible to save money by getting cut-rate tires from a no-name brand. But when the safety of your family is at stake, it's not worth whatever you might save. The best tire brands invest a great deal in research and design to give their tires superior performance and the value of that quality is even greater on winter road surfaces. That's why we carry name brands like Michelin®, Pirelli®, Bridgestone®, Firestone, Hankook and Continental.
For even greater protection, consider getting winter snow tires
There's nothing wrong with using all-season tires most of the year. In fact, you might do just fine on all-season tires if the weather around Bremen and Temple GA stays moderate all winter. But if you’re taking a winter vacation in a snowier, icier climate, snow tires make sense. They're composed of a soft rubber compound that's formulated to stay flexible in colder temperatures so you get precise handling on snowy surfaces.
Help your new tires wear evenly with a regular tire rotation
A regular tire rotation may be required to keep your tires covered by their warranty. The reason tire makers insist on that is because tires on the front of most vehicles wear faster than tires on the back. By repositioning all four tires regularly, you help the tread wear more evenly. That not only gives you a smoother ride, but it helps prevent uneven tire wear. The result is a better grip on the road which matters a lot when the roads are slick.
A wheel alignment is another way to protect your new tires
Your wheels and tires can get knocked out of alignment just through the normal course of driving. If you hit a pothole or run into a curb, that can throw your alignment off. The result can be imprecise steering which you definitely don't want on wintertime roadways. An alignment helps your tires wear better and keeps your family safer. Check out our tire care advice and see us soon at Peach State Ford in Cedartown GA.