Ride quality and performance depend largely on your tires, and not all tires are created equally. Every original equipment tire has been rated by Mazda to be the best available for your specific model and driving needs. Whether you need all-season or all-terrain tires, your Mazda Dealer will find the right tires for you.
The benefits of tire maintenance go beyond a smooth, safe drive – it will help reduce wear and tear on suspension parts, and extend the life of your vehicle
The tread on your tires can tell you more than how many miles you’ve logged. Worn tires should be replaced when the tires’ tread-wear bar meets the tread. Have your tires inspected regularly and do not drive on a damaged tire or wheel. Visit your authorized Mazda Dealer for a Full Circle Service inspection to check the wear of your tires for your safety and to maintain your vehicle’s best performance.
Note: Measure tread depth away from the tread-wear bar.
Driving on bald or worn-out tires can make driving unsafe on Carlsbad roads, so it’s important to be mindful of the depth of your tire treads. Rather than having to deal with changing a flat tire, take preventative measures and learn how to monitor tire tread depth courtesy of Bob Baker Mazda!
Please refer to your tire warranty guide for additional information.
THE PENNY TEST
Tread depth is measured in 32nds of an inch. Tread depth on new tires typically measures 10/32 inches or 11/32 inches (about a third of an inch), while trucks, SUVs, or winter tires may have deeper treads. When tires reach 2/32 inches, the U.S. Department of Transportation recommends replacing them.
To check whether you’ve hit the 2/32-inch mark, use the penny test as follows:
· Place a penny in a tire tread groove with Lincoln’s head face first in the groove.
· Check if Lincoln’s face on the penny disappears between the grooves.
· If it does, your tread is still above 2/32 inches. If you can see all of Lincoln’s face, it’s time to replace your tire.
· Make sure to repeat with all tires and in various places on each tire.
There are a few other ways for drivers in Carlsbad to check tire tread depth, including using a tread depth gauge and tread wear indicator bars
Learn more about how to give your Mazda tire treads a longer life is by maintaining recommended tire pressure, or connect with the Service Department at Bob Baker Mazda for any and all tire service! Learn why to choose our service department while our staff can also help confirm if your battery is dying and give you more maintenance tips – like how to check your transmission fluid – before you get back on the road.
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Delaying tire service can result in damage to your tires and suspension. Let our service team at Bob Baker Mazda provide the best possible service for your Mazda.
Bob Baker Mazda is dedicated to the highest quality of customer service delivered with a sense of warmth & friendliness. Our goal at Bob Baker Mazda is to provide an excellent customer expericence while helping you find the new or pre-owned Mazda that fits your lifestyle needs with a price and customer experience that will exceed your expectations.
Car shoppers visiting Bob Baker Mazda will find an extensive selection of Mazda vehicles. From our Carlsbad location, we are able to serve a wide area. If you live near Carlsbad, Oceanside, Vista, San Marcos, Escondido, San Diego or the surrounding area, Bob Baker Mazda can help you find an excellent new Mazda, or take care of your current car.
Everything starts with the inventory of Mazda vehicles we offer. Car shoppers visiting Bob Baker Mazda will find all of the top models that are part of the Mazda lineup. We carry all of the best cars and crossovers the company has developed. Our car lineup includes the sporty and efficient Mazda3, Mazda6 and Mazda MX-5. These cars will add a degree of fun back into your morning commute. Mazda offers many cars that offering impressive versatility paired with sporty styling and performance. Leading the way is the company’s lineup of crossover models. Bob Baker Mazda is a great place to test drive vehicles like the Mazda CX-3, Mazda CX-5 and Mazda CX-9.
After we help you find your next great Mazda vehicle, Bob Baker Mazda can then help you take care of it. Our service department is ready to handle all of your routine maintenance needs, as well as more substantial repairs. Schedule an appointment with our service team and let us take a look at your car. Proper service is important to help keep your car in the best condition possible.
If you have any questions about the vehicles and services we offer at Bob Baker Mazda, our team is here to help. Get in touch with our team to learn more about everything we do at Bob Baker Mazda.
