This week marks the beginning of summer and we all know there is no better time to hit the road for some summer fun than right now! We’re sure that you’ve been planning your summer adventures for months now, but have you been preparing your vehicle for the big hike? If not, then it is important you stop in to service your  Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, or RAM vehicle before you take on the open road this summer. One of the most important parts of your vehicle is the tires. Your tires help keep a grip on the road and keep you from sliding and slipping on wet, muddy, sandy, and rough terrain! However, many of us don’t know when it is time to replace our old worn-down tires, even though they are key to you and your passenger’s safety! If your tire’s tread has been worn down and almost bald, then you’re driving with little to no grip. So how can you tell when this happens? Don’t stress, this week we are bringing you a few simple tricks that anyone can do to see if it’s time to say goodbye to your old tires and hello to some new ones! The best part? All you need is some change! Check it all out below and order new tires right on our site today! 

The penny test: Insert a penny right into the tread groove with Lincoln’s head facing upside down in the tread facing toward you. Once the penny is inserted, if you can see the entire head, your tread depth is less than 2/32” and that means you need to replace your tires ASAP. 

The quarter test: As we did before, place the quarter upside down into the tread groove with Washington’s head facing toward you. If the tread reaches Washington’s head, you have at least 4/32” of tread remaining, AKA you’re tires are still in good shape and there’s nothing to worry about!

No coins? No problem! Take a look at your tread wear indicator bar that is molded onto the tread of your tires. These bars are found at the bottom of the tread grooves in multiple spots. When these bars are visibly flush with the adjacent ribs, your tire has no more than 2/32” of tread left. This is a visible indication that you need new tires for your vehicle! 

You should monitor your tread depth closely once it reaches 4/32 inches deep. If you want to check it yourself, here’s how to assess your tread depth:

• 4/32” or deeper = good 
• 3/32” = replace tire soon
• 2/32” or fewer = replace tires now