Over time and with continued use, the tread on your tires wears down. As a result, the tires become unbalanced, leading to premature wear, disruptive vibrations, and potential driving hazards. To help ensure a safe, comfortable, and balanced ride, here’s a helpful guide to tire balancing.

About Tire Balancing & When You Need It

The tire balancing process helps restore the appropriate alignment to your tires, boosting their life span and creating a safer, more comfortable driving experience. If you experience excessive steering wheel vibrations or floorboard vibrations while driving, you probably need tire balancing. However, even if you don’t notice vibrations, noticeable wear to your tires, or anything out of the ordinary, you should have the tires balanced every 3,000 miles to 6,000 miles for optimal performance.

The Balancing Process & Its Benefits

The benefits of proper tire balancing include a smoother, safer ride; reduced wear on the tires; and an extended tire life span.

The balancing process involves removing the tire and wheel from your vehicle. Next, the technicians mount the wheels on a professional balancing machine and spin them until the wheels and tire weights are balanced evenly around the axle.

If there’s a significant weight difference, they may add a lead weight to the opposite side of the tire to compensate. Once everything is in proper alignment, they remount the wheels and tires.

If you need tire balancing, trust the professionals at Lee Tire in Lexington, KY. For over 20 years, this reputable tire shop has dedicated itself to creating safer and more comfortable driving experiences for everyone on the road. Their expert technicians have the tools and experience to assist you with all of your tire-related needs, from tire mounting and repair to tire installation. To schedule tire balancing services, call (859) 254-6157. Visit them online for more information about their comprehensive tire services.