摘要: |
Being in the business of supplying tire service to our customers has always been a profitable venture. Although the margins in tire sales are slim, tire replacement service opens many doors of opportunity for us as technicians and shop owners alike. A simple "flat repair" can allow us to evaluate all the tires' conditions and perhaps even the opportunity to evaluate the vehicle's wheel alignment. Of course, that could lead to significant chassis/steering/suspension repairs and adjustments. The benefits are threefold; a safe vehicle for the motoring public, revenue for the shop, and a fatter payout for the technician. Most of the time, the need for tire replacement is justified by the depth of the remaining tread. The reason should be clear. The surface of the tires provides that critical bond between your vehicle and the road. Because we drive upon a variety of road surfaces and in different weather conditions, tread health and depth are critical components of tire safety, not only for acceleration and handling but also for braking performance. With that beneficial aspect of traction comes the wear or sacrifice of that same surface. Once that tread is no longer sufficient, the traction that was once there will disappear along with it. |