30 Tire Mistakes That Are Costing You Miles

Your tires are the only part of your car that actually touches the road. Every acceleration, every turn, every stop depends on four patches of rubber about the size of your hand. Yet tires are among the most neglected components on any vehicle. A good set of tires can cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars, but many drivers unknowingly engage in habits that wear them out prematurely.

The difference between a set that lasts 60,000 kilometers and one that wears out in 30,000 kilometers is often not the tire itself, but how it was treated. Here are 30 common tire mistakes that are shortening their life—and how to avoid them.