The lifespan of your tyres depends on a mix of driving styles, correct alignment, axle loads, and tyre compound quality. Here is how to make your tyres last longer.
Average Lifespan
Typically, front tyres on a front-wheel-drive car last around 20,000 miles, while rear tyres can last up to 40,000 miles. However, tyres should be replaced after 5-6 years regardless of remaining tread due to rubber aging and environmental degradation.
How to Extend Tyre Life
- Check pressures monthly: Under-inflated tyres wear out quickly at the shoulders and increase fuel consumption.
- Maintain wheel alignment: Bad tracking causes uneven, rapid tread wear on the inside or outside tyre shoulder.
- Regularly rotate tyres: Swapping front and rear tyres can balance out wear rates.