When is it Time for New Tires?

With winter settling in, thoughts turn to servicing the luxurious Mercedes-Benz vehicles we rely on, be it a Mercedes-Benz GLS or a Mercedes-Benz CLA near Owings Mills, MD. And if you’re like us, one of the first items on your “thought agenda” are your tires. And why not? After all, these round rubber necessities are in constant contact with the road, and thus essential to your sedan or SUV’s performance.

So when is it time for new tires? If you have around 40,000 - 45,000 miles on your Mercedes-Benz E-Class sedan and you haven’t yet purchased new tires, you’ll probably want to pull the trigger. We say “probably” because depending on how frequently you drive and the roads you typically drive on, this range could vary. Which brings us to the second point of consideration:  the “penny test”, which will shift you from “probably” to “definitely” or “not quite yet”.

Here’s how it works. Take a penny and place it upside-down between two of the most-worn tread ridges on each of your tires. If any part of Abe Lincoln’s head is covered by tread, your tires are still ok to ride on. However, if Honest Abe’s head is completely visible, it’s time to visit our Owings Mills, MD Mercedes-Benz dealership for a new set of tires. That’s right, a “set”, because you want to purchase four new tires simultaneously to ensure they wear evenly. If you find during the penny test that one or two of your tires is less worn than the others, make a mental note to get your tires rotated every 6,000 - 8,000 miles. Doing so will help distribute wear evenly across all four tires.

For new tires and the best new and certified pre-owned Mercedes cars near Baltimore, MD, visit us today!