In the car world, there is no set number for how often you should replace your tires.

Tires become dangerous when the tread gets too thin, the rubber degrades over time and temperature, or the sidewalls are damaged.
Universal Parts has put together a quick blog post on the common signs that your tires need to be replaced and if your tires are not in good condition.

Tread depth
Tires have grooves known as treads that help grip the road. Although most new tires have a tread depth of 10/32 of an inch, the tread wears down over time. This makes your vehicle harder to control, reduces traction and increases braking time.

Tire age
Regardless of how many miles they drive, tires wear down over time and are more prone to failure. Factors such as environmental conditions, storage, and maintenance can affect how long a tire will last, even if it's only driven a few hundred miles per month.

Although there is no specific requirement for when to replace tires based on age, the general recommendation is to replace them six years after the date of manufacture and never ride on tires older than 10 years.

Signs you may need new tires
Of course, despite the tread size indicators of your tires, there are other signs that it's time to replace them.

Let's say you've moved on to a new chapter. Some tires are designed for special weather conditions such as extreme temperatures. Winter tires, for example, have a deeper tread and are designed to be more nimble in cold weather; driving them on hot pavement will wear them out faster.

If you feel that your car is sliding in the rain, it means that part of your tire tread has thinned and is affecting your traction.

Most modern cars activate a warning light when the vehicle loses traction. If you see this warning light more often over time, the condition of your tires is already critical.

Your tires aren't holding pressure as they should - certain types of tire damage, including debris between the rim and the tire and damage to the sidewall, can cause a persistent loss of pressure. Some damage can be repaired, but in some cases new tires will be required. In this case, you can take advantage of the tires offered by Universal Parts.