With tire recalls dominating the news in the last year, tire care has been a popular topic. But it is extra important in the summer because heavy loads, long trips, high speeds, and warm weather put added stress on tires. Be sure your tires are properly inflated. Check your tire pressure often for routine driving and before and during any long trips. Tires will last longer and be less likely to fail at the recommended inflation pressure.
Serious injury can result from tire failure because of under inflation and overloading.
Never overload your vehicle. Your tires are designed to operate safely only up to their load limits. Make sure there is enough tread on the tire to operate safely and the tires are wearing normally. All grooves should be visible and deep enough to at least touch the top of Lincoln's head on a penny inserted head first in the tread. Low tread or bald tires are unsafe and should be replaced.