
Routine tire services will help keep
you safe and save you money in the long run.
Your
Audi tires are the
only physical connection between your car and the road. Your tires can't just
be great quality, because that's only one factor. They also need proper
maintenance and installation. Tire pressure dissipates over time and can lead
to uneven tread wear, not only shortening your tire's lifespan, it can cause
dangerous traction issues, especially in extreme weather conditions. In
addition to this, improper installation of your tires can lead to unbalanced
wheel rotation and instability while driving.
We know what
you're thinking; this all sounds very expensive! So how can you prevent it?
Get
your tires serviced right the first time at Audi Anchorage. The expert
technicians at our
Audi Service Center will install your tires, perform a maintenance check, and help you
choose the right winter, summer, all-weather tires for your vehicle. We also
have many tire-related services, such as wheel alignments, tire & wheel
balancing, and tire pressure checks.
We have the latest
technology to make sure your next tire rotation or wheel alignment is fast,
affordable, and high quality.
Contact us today to
schedule an appointment for a new set of tires, or a tire service at
Audi Anchorage.
Winter
Tires and Traction
If you live in an area where the winter
temperature average is below 45 degrees, like the Anchorage, Alaska area, then
you're going to need winter tires on your car, SUV, AWD, etc.
Winter
tires don't behave like all-weather tires, and their distinct differences can
be the difference between stopping safely and skidding out in an emergency
braking situation. Winter tires have special winter grade rubber designed
specifically to increase traction, handling, and braking in cold weather
conditions, including ice and snow.
You might be asking,
"How many winter tires should I get?"
This is one
of the most common questions we are asked at Audi Anchorage come the winter
season. Having four winter tires on the road is not just recommended, it's
necessary.
In RWD and FWD vehicles, drivers think that the
two drive wheels are the only important factors when changing to winter tires
and the other two tires are just along for the ride. This mindset is outdated
and no longer relevant because the design and composition of modern winter
tires has changed so much. Today's winter tires are made of different composites
and designs that increase winter weather traction by 25 to 50 percent more than
older tires. The rubber used on modern winter tires also helps adapt your
driving experience toward dry and wet road conditions.
Using
just two winter tires on a vehicle results in uneven traction that can have
serious handling consequences. Using four winter tires ensures optimal traction
and control for your car or SUV. Please, always use four winter tires to ensure
you and your vehicle's safety, as well as the safety of others on the road.
What's
the difference between traction from snow tires and Traction Control?
Traction
control prevents wheel spin in harsh driving conditions, but this particular
system does not create any extra tire traction. Maximum traction is always
contingent on the four contact points created by your tires. The better
traction your tires provide, the more effectively the traction control system
will help you drive more safely. Cold temperatures will cause all-season compounds
to harden, losing elasticity and traction.