Article / Updated 05-28-2021
You should check your tires for wear at least once a month and before and after long trips. To determine whether you need to (a) buy new tires, (b) have your wheels balanced, (c) add air into your tires, (d) have your wheels aligned, or (e) change your driving habits, simply read your tire treads for clues. Table 1 and Figure 1 show you what to look for.