How Many Miles Do Tires Last?

How many miles should tires last? This is one of the most common questions regarding car maintenance. However, there is no one-size-fits-all answer; the type of tire, road conditions, and your driving habits can all influence how many miles tires last. Learn more about the factors that affect tire life expectancy in our guide below. You can contact our service center with any questions.

What Factors Affect Tires’ Life Expectancy? 

The questions “How many miles do tires last?” and “How many miles should tires last?” may have different answers, depending on several factors.

• Type of tire: High-performance tires have extra grip but may wear faster than all-season tires which have less rolling resistance.
• Treadwear rating: Your tires also come with a treadwear rating, which rates the life expectancy of the tire treads.
• Drivetrain: Tires wear differently on front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, and all-wheel drive vehicles, because of where the main power for forward motion comes from.
• Road conditions: If you have to drive on gravel or dirt roads regularly, or you encounter construction, snow, salt, rain, and ice, your tires will take more of a beating. If you plan to use your vehicle for off-roading, this will make a big difference as well.
• Terrain: If you live in an area with inclines on the roads, more friction on the tires is required to start and stop the vehicle than on flat surfaces.
• Driving habits: Having a lead foot on the gas and brakes will wear out your tires faster than accelerating gradually and letting coasting do some of the braking work.

Tire Care Tips For Long-Lasting Tires

In addition to more cautious driving habits, there are a few things car owners in Windermere can do to extend the life of their tires:

• Inspect for proper air pressure when you fill your gas tank, as many gas stations have tire inflation stations.
• Regularly inspect tire tread depth for tire tread wear.
• Rotate your tiresfor a more even distribution of tire wear.
• Take your vehicle in for regularly scheduled maintenance.

Schedule Tire Service at Maserati of Central Florida

Whether you’re looking for more service tips or need a tire rotation, the team at Maserati of Central Florida is here to assist. Schedule an appointment online or call 407-667-4300 today. We’re a short drive from Orlando and Winter Park.