Each tire on a vehicle has a different job, which causes them to wear at different rates. With regular tire rotation, tires wear evenly, maximizing tire life and allowing tires to be replaced in sets of four, which is the preferred option for the driver and the vehicle.

Improperly inflated tires are a leading cause of tire failure. Proper tire pressure helps a tire to have optimum tread contact with the road, improving traction and braking and reducing tire wear. Underinflated tires generate heat, which is the tire's worst enemy. Maintaining the right amount of air keeps temperatures at a healthy level.

You'll know you need new tires when you see the tread wear indicators - called wear bars - appear. Wear bars look like narrow strips of smooth rubber across the tread and show up when it's time to replace your tires. If you can see three or more tread wear indicators, you'll know you need to replace your tires. Other indicators that it's time to replace your tires include cord or fabric showing through the rubber, cracks or cuts in the tread or sidewall deep enough to show cord or fabric, bulges or splits in the tire, and punctures or damage that cannot be repaired correctly.

The Certified Service experts at Criswell Chevrolet of Thurmont can recommend tires that are right for your Chevrolet vehicle, your driving habits, and your budget. You can start searching for new tires at any time with our Tire Finder Tool above. When you've found the right tires for your Chevrolet model, schedule your tire installation at Criswell Chevrolet of Thurmont.