There is never a convenient time to get a flat tire. Whether you’re on your way to work, going to a friend’s house or just grabbing a quick bite to eat, it can ruin your day. While emergency tire repair is an option, avoiding a flat tire in the first place is always the best option. Here are a few ways that you can prevent getting a flat tire.

AIR PRESSURE

Checking your tire pressure is one of the best ways to prevent a flat tire. When your tires are underinflated, they create more friction. The additional friction can lead to excessive heat which could cause your tire to blowout. On the other hand, you don’t want your tires to be overinflated either. When this happens, your tires are much more susceptible to blowouts when driving over potholes.

Most newer cars will have an electronic indicator to tell you when your tires have low air pressure but older cars will require you to check your tire pressure manually. If you see your tire pressure is low in any of your tires, go to the nearest gas station to fill them up. Most gas stations offer this service for free. Making sure your tires have the correct air pressure at all times will not only help you prevent a flat tire but will help increase your gas mileage as well.

CHECK THE TREAD

The tread of your tires will give you an indication of how worn down they are. The lower the tread the more likely it is that you’ll experience a flat tire. You can use a penny to check the tread. Place the penny in the thread with Lincoln’s head facing down towards your tire. If you can see Lincoln’s entire head, it is time to get new tires. Be sure to check different parts of your tire, focusing on the most worn areas. Sometimes, certain parts of your tires will become worn down faster. This is why having your tires rotated regularly is so important. It will help to even out the wear and tear on all your tires.

WATCH THE ROAD

This may seem like one of the more obvious ways to avoid a flat but nonetheless, it is important. Always keep a sharp eye on the road when you’re driving to avoid potholes or objects in the middle of the road. Be especially careful when driving through a construction zone. All it takes is one nail puncturing your tire and it’s finished.

ALWAYS BE PREPARED

Sometimes, no matter how many precautions you take, you still can’t prevent a flat tire. This is why it is so important that you are always prepared for one. This means making sure that your spare tire is ready to be used and that you have all the equipment needed to put it on your car, including a car jack and lug wrench. If you don’t have a spare tire you may want to consider investing in one or you could keep tire patches and an air pump in your car. This way you could patch a whole and refill your tire with air so that you can drive yourself to the nearest repair shop.

EMERGENCY TIRE REPAIR WHEN YOU NEED IT

For the times when all your preparation was for nothing and you still got a flat tire, emergency tire repair is your best option. Accurate Towing Service offers a variety of reliable emergency recovery services. If you’re stuck on the side of the road with a flat tire, our certified technicians will be there to help. So, if you ever find yourself in this situation, give us a call!