Tire Care in San Antonio, TX

For your safety and the long-term health of your vehicle during your travels around San Antonio, taking proactive care of your Hyundai’s tires is an important step. The Service Department here at World Car Hyundai North prepared this guide packed with helpful tips designed to keep your tires in excellent condition.

Inspecting Tires at Home

Every month or so, or before a longer road trip, it’s a good idea to check the tires on your TUCSON or SONATA for excess wear or damage. One of the simplest things you can do is the penny test. Simply take a penny and place it upside down where the tread seems the lowest. If you can see the top of Abe Lincoln’s head, you should buy a new set of tires. After that’s done, examine the sidewalls for any cuts, scrapes, or bulges. If you see anything out of the ordinary, it’s imperative to allow an expert to verify it's safe to drive on.

Tips for Maximizing Tire Life

Making a few adjustments to your driving habits can help a set of tires last many more miles and save you from scheduling a visit to our Service Department for replacements as frequently. The first thing to do is ensure that your KONA or PALISADE’s tires are set to the appropriate pressure. This maintains optimal traction and reduces uneven wear. You’ll also want to avoid potholes and drive carefully in parking lots or areas where there’s roadwork, as they are likely to contain debris, such as nails, that could result in a puncture. Finally, try to avoid sudden acceleration or abrupt braking on the way to Martin Luther King Park, as these habits can quickly wear down the tread or even create flat spots.

Spare Tire

In the event the worst happens and you get a flat tire on Route 281, you’ll need a spare tire that you can temporarily replace it with. Often called a donut, many models come with one by default, and you’ll usually find it tucked away beneath a panel in the trunk or cargo area. A donut is usually much smaller and thinner than a full-sized tire. It is designed to be driven for no more than 50 miles or so and at speeds no higher than 45 to 50 MPH. As long as you keep these limits in mind, you can use the spare more than once, so be sure to schedule an appointment to replace the damaged tire as soon as possible!