What is the Bridgestone lifetime guarantee?
Lifetime mileage guarantee – all new tyres fitted are covered by our lifetime guarantee against manufacturing defects throughout the legal life of the tyre. Typically, tires have a lifespan of 6 years in service or 10 years from date of manufacture, whichever comes first. Various factors can impact this general guideline. tire longevity is influenced by, for example, the quality of the tire, proper tire maintenance and storage, driving habits, and road conditions.There is a general consensus that most tires should be inspected, if not replaced, at about six years and should be absolutely be swapped out after 10 years, regardless of how much tread they have left. Note that all tires have a manufacture date stamped on them.We recommend that all tyres are replaced when they reach ten years old, regardless of the depth of the tread. Even if the tyre still looks good, we recommend you seek the advice of your local Uniroyal fitter if your car, or your tyres, have been unused for a long period of time.So, how long should tires last? The straightforward answer is “it depends. A normal set of tires should last for 60,000 to 75,000 miles, or about four to five years. But there are a few key factors that will affect your tires’ lifespan.Since tyres are made from rubber, they can wear out over time, even if you don’t use your car much. It’s a good idea to have your tyres checked by a professional every 5 years. Most tyres will need to be replaced after 5 to 10 years to make sure they are safe to use.
What is the average life of a Bridgestone tire?
Bridgestone recommends that its Bridgestone or Firestone brand tires be removed from service after ten years regardless of their remaining tread depth. Many automakers, including Ford, Nissan and Mercedes-Benz, tell owners to replace tires six years after their production date regardless of tread life. Tire manufacturers such as Continental and Michelin advise customers to replace no later than the 10-year mark and encourage annual inspections after the fifth year.Some tire experts contend that tires can last anywhere from six to ten years if they’re stored and cared for properly. We recommend replacing tires aged 6-10 years, no matter how much tread remains. When it comes to replacing tires, things can be a little unpredictable.Bridgestone, following industry standards, recommends that tires be removed from service no more than ten (10) years after the date of manufacture. To determine your tires age just look at the DOT stamping on the sidewall. At the end of the DOT stamping there will be a 4-digit number. This is the date code.Re: Car tires age This degradation can lead to dry rot, cracks, and potential blowouts, making the tires unsafe to drive on. Most tire manufacturers recommend replacing tires after 6 years, regardless of tread depth, and absolutely after 10 years.Tyres should be removed once they reach ten years of age, regardless of appearance, mileage or actual wear. However, most tyres will need replacing before they reach the ten year mark.