Fort Madison Auto Repair

Whether you're on the highway, in a car lot, or in your garage, you've probably noticed that damaged tires are quite common. While some types of damage are more frequent than others, it's important to be able to identify all the different types of tire damage so that you can make sure your tires are safe to drive on. Learn more about the various types of tire damage below! Flats Riding on a flat tire may seem like it's no big deal, but it can cause a lot of damage over time. It can destroy your rim, leading to an expensive replacement and repair. If you do have a flat, your best bet is to replace that tire with a new one as soon as possible. It doesn't matter if it's been driven on or not; tires go bad when they're driven long enough. Bursts A burst is a hole in a tire, usually caused by driving over a piece of sharp metal, a nail, or some other object. Bursts are particularly damaging, and they can cause you to lose all or most of your air within second ... read more