Tire Maintenance Basics   For Vehicles in St. Petersburg & Tampa   If anyone knows the ins-and-outs of proper tire maintenance, it’s the technicians at Bob Lee’s Tire Company.  We see common tire wear-and-tear culprits every day: over and under-inflation, alignment issues, poor tire choice for the vehicle and more.  Bring your vehicle to us.  We’ll do a full diagnostic check to ensure that we recommend the right tires for you.  Our selection is expansive, and our alignment and rotation services are second-to-none.  Follow these tips to keep your tires working at their optimum capacity: Check tire pressure often.  Tire pressure is the number one reason that tires fail, so each tire’s pressure should be checked at least once a month.  The automobile industry recommends rotating your tires every 5,000 miles.  We suggest starting even earlier – even at 3,000 miles – and if you purchased your tires from us, there’s never a charge for rotation.  Coming in for an oil change?  We’ll rotate your tires for free.  If you hit a curb or notice that your tires are not performing correctly, don’t wait until you suffer a flat.  Bring your vehicle in to Bob Lee’s service department as soon as possible.  Pay attention to your suspension.  Shocks and struts have differing shelf lives and can affect your tire performance.  Keep these up to date, and you’ll help your tires last longer.   If you engage in hard acceleration, hard braking or cornering, and if your carry heavy loads, check those tires.  It only takes a few minutes, and can mean the difference between a safe and a perilous ride. For all of your St. Petersburg & Tampa tire needs, visit Bob Lee’s.  You won’t find a better selection, and our service is unbeatable. Call Bob Lee's Tire Company Today at 727-822-3981 for your specialty tires.