Vehicle Maitenance

If you have an accident, We're here to help. But we'd like to help you avoid one on the first place. One simple way is to keep your vehicle in good condition, from the ground up. Let's start with your tires. Are they in good shape?

Look at the tread pattern. All tires have what are called "tread wear bars". These are small bridges that form between your treads. Look at the tread pattern and you will see the beginnings of these bars start to form between the treads, or running across the tires. As the tires wear, these bars will become flush with the tire's tread. At this point it is time to replace the tires.

• Check the tread by using the "penny test." Take a penny, and place it upside down with Lincoln facing you in the center of the tread (at the thickest part of the tire).
  
  • If you can see the very top of Lincoln's head or the copper above it, replace the tires immediately.
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  • If Lincoln's hair on the top of his head is partially visible, it is time to go shopping for tires.
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  • If you cannot see the hair on the top of his head (if the coin is inserted enough that the tire tread is at least as deep as Lincoln's forehead), your tires do not need replacing yet