Seasonal Tire Tips for Year-Round Performance

Check your pressure as temperatures change

Tire pressure drops about 1 PSI for every 10°F the temperature falls. A cold snap can leave you noticeably underinflated overnight, which hurts handling, fuel economy, and tread life. Check your pressure monthly and whenever the seasons turn — and don’t forget the spare.

Spring & summer

Heat is hard on tires.

• Inspect for winter damage — potholes and curbs take a toll.
• Keep pressures at spec; heat and hot pavement raise pressure.
• Rotate and check alignment so summer road trips wear evenly.
• Watch tread depth before heavy rain season — it’s your defense against hydroplaning.

Fall & winter

Cold and precipitation demand more grip.

• Check tread depth before the first freeze.
• Consider dedicated winter tires if you drive in snow and ice.
• Recheck pressure often as temperatures drop.
• Expect your TPMS light on cold mornings — it’s often just low pressure.

All-season vs. winter tires

All-season tires handle our region’s typical conditions well, but they’re a compromise. If you regularly drive in snow or on ice, a dedicated set of winter tires grips far better below 45°F — and swapping them on and off seasonally actually extends the life of both sets.