Commercial Truck Tires Need Care Too
It’s easy to overlook the maintenance needs of commercial truck tires. Like the tires on passenger vehicles, commercial truck tires need care too. However, commercial tires suffer more frequent abuse than the average auto, requiring more frequent monitoring and maintenance. Why do your commercial truck tires need the added attention?
Commercial Truck Tires Go Farther, Faster
Commercial truck tires rack up mileage much more quickly than those on passenger cars. This increases the likelihood of drivability issues from wear-and-tear, such as worn sidewalls, exposed wires, tread separation, and the dreaded blowout. Inspecting your tires before every trip reduces the likelihood of being left waiting on roadside repairs.
Added Weight Speeds Commercial Truck Tire Wear
Commercial truck tires are designed to manage the added weight of hauling freight. Despite this, all those heavy loads still impact tire wear and vehicle handling. To avoid premature wear and unnecessary truck repair issues, ensure proper weight distribution when hauling cargo and verify proper tire inflation levels throughout the journey.
Weather Can Wear Down Tires Faster
Weather extremes aren’t just stressful for you. They put added strain on your tires as well. In hot weather, blistering asphalt can take layers of rubber right off your tires. In freezing climates, cracking and bald spots from traction issues on ice can take their toll. Regular tire monitoring ensures you’re not riding unsafely on bald rubber.
Frequency of Foreign Object Damage Increases in Commercial Trucks
Objects like nails, rocks, and roadway debris can severely damage truck tires. Increasing the frequency of in-depth tire inspections can help you avoid blowouts from bubbles or getting stuck roadside with a sneaky slow leak.
Without knowing what condition your tires are in before each trip, you could be in for a bumpy ride. Keep your tires rolling longer with regular commercial truck tire inspections and maintenance fromDiamond Mitsubishi Fuso. You’ll find us conveniently located close to San Jose, Santa Clara, Milpitas (just off 101 and 680), Mountain View, Morgan Hill, Gilroy, Sunnyvale, and Fremont. Contact us at 408-263-7300 to schedule your service today.
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