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How to Avoid a Flat Tire

How to Avoid a Flat Tire
 
Although you sometimes cannot avoid having a flat tire, there are ways to help prevent it from happening. Read ahead to learn some tips for avoiding a flat tire.
 
Maybe the easiest way to avoid a flat tire is to make sure you are driving on smooth surfaces. You shouldn’t drive around areas that have a lot of gravel or debris or other sharp objects like rocks or glass. If you drive on the highway, you should stay between the lines and should avoid taking any unpaved short cuts.
 
You should also ensure you’re doing proper maintenance to avoid having a flat tire. You should be rotating your tires often to avoid uneven wear. Also, you should make sure your tires aren’t over inflated to reduce the risk of them blowing out. Finally, make sure that your vehicle is properly aligned and that your tires are properly balanced on the rims.
 
One final step you can take is to check the conditions of your tires before you drive. You can quickly check the tread to see if there is any uneven wear and can check the tread depth by using a penny.
 
Patrick Britton