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It's always important to choose the best tires you can for your vehicles - but it's particularly important for working vehicles like trucks. When cargo depends on a vehicle running smoothly and reliably, it's vital to choose the right tires for the job. From basic utility vehicles to 18-wheelers, there are perfect Texas truck tires out there for every load.

So, let's talk about when it's time to replace your truck's tires, the options available, and important factors when choosing tires.

I. Is It Time for New Truck Tires?

The lifespan of tires will vary quite a bit depending on how much mileage you put on them. However, as a rule of thumb, they should typically be able to run for around 40,000-50,000 miles, or 4-6 years, as long as no major damage occurs.

As with all tires, the most common reason to replace them would be if the tread has worn down. If there isn't enough tread, they'll have trouble maintaining tractions, especially during turns and on slick roads. Also, keep an eye out for evident physical problems such as cracks or bulges which will compromise the tires' strength.

II. The Basic Types of Texas Truck Tires

Truck tires are often specialized for the sort of work they do, which should be one of your main deciding factors:

• Seasonal. Most trucks run on all-season tires, which have construction balanced to work "well enough" all year. However, if your truck primarily runs in warm or cold seasons, it's probably best to invest in summer or winter tires to match the weather. Just remember that winter tires cannot be safely used in summer, and vice-versa.
• All-Terrain. Do your trucks need to drive both on- and off-road, equally? If so, you want all-terrain tires which are sturdier than standard highway tires.
• Mud-Terrain. If your trucks are going to be primarily off-road, and only occasionally on the highway, you want the largest and sturdiest tires possible, with the deepest grip for mud or other unstable surfaces.

III. Other Factors

There are a few other important considerations as well:

• Size: Obviously, the tire needs to be the right size for your trucks.
• Weight limit: Every tire has an upper limit for how much weight it can hold, so consider your loads and their weight when choosing.
• Speed factor: As with weight, tires have a max speed. This can be particularly important when looking at off-road tires, as they typically aren't built for extensive high-speed highway driving.
• Retreading: Retreaded tires can potentially be as reliable as new tires, at a much lower cost - but be aware, tires can only be retreaded a couple of times before they become unsafe.

Choose the Wheel and Tire Superstore for the Best Texas Truck Tires

Austin's Wheel and Tire Superstore has a vast selection of commercial truck tires, as well as tires for any other vehicle – from regular cars to large industrial machinery. No matter what you're running, we have experts ready to help you find the perfect tire for the job!

To learn more, just stop by or contact us.