Of course! We all do.
Save big at our semi-annual tire event.
At Hewlett VW, we’re all about helping you save money! From now until October 31st, when you buy 3 tires, you’ll get the 4th for just $1. Plus, all our OEM factory tires come with Free 2-Year Road Hazard coverage at no extra cost! If you happen to get a nail or damage your tire from a road hazard, Volkswagen will replace it for free—you only pay for mounting and balancing if needed. This coverage can save you an average of $250-$350 per tire! And don’t forget our Tire Price Match Guarantee! Whether at the time of purchase or within 30 days, just talk to your Service Advisor to go over the details. Come in and take advantage of these great savings!
What do I need to know about tires?
Tires are of utmost importance when it comes to mobility and safety. They can make a significant difference in traction and stopping distances especially in wet conditions.
Driving on worn tires is like walking in shoes with worn-out soles. It makes for a difficult walk and can cause mishaps. On average, people drive about 25-50 mph in the city and 50-80 mph on the highway. In an emergency, if you are driving with worn tires, your stopping distance increases, especially on wet roads. In a recent study, the stopping distance of vehicles was compared based on tire tread. It took 8 car lengths more to stop in wet conditions with worn tires measuring at 4/32nds compared to new tires at 10/32nds. Nearly 10 car lengths more, with tires worn down to 2/32nds. This is important to think about as it can be pertinent in an emergency.
At what measurement are tires ok?
New tire tread depths can vary. They vary depending on the type of application, tread design, tread profile, and measurement. This is due to the types of tires such as all-season tires, passenger tires, off-road tires, and performance tires. On average, our new tires start at 10/32nds. 10/32 – 7/32nds is considered a good tire. 6/32nds – 5/32nds is considered acceptable. You should plan to have them replaced, if not now, then soon. 4/32nds or below, should be replaced. 3/32nds is at the wear bar indicator. Units measuring under 2/32nds are considered unsafe and must be replaced immediately to meet legal safety standards.
Please stop by anytime without an appointment, and one of our Service Advisors would be happy to review your tires with you and provide a printed health report to ensure peace of mind.
Unti next time, happy motoring!
Samantha Gomez, Service Drive Manager
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