No matter the model or class of the vehicle, tires are one of the most important aspects to ensure safety. It is essential to have your vehicle’s tires checked regularly. They should be replaced and new tires installed when necessary. While checking tires, you can easily perform basic checks like tread depth, wear, and air pressure yourself. It is recommended to perform these routine checks weekly or monthly. Checking the tires before each use will be more reliable. It is also best to have the professional maintenance of your vehicle's tires performed by experts. When you rent a car, make sure of the quality and safety of the tires. Verify that the tires are changed seasonally or periodically. At Besa, in addition to general vehicle checks, regular tire checks are performed to ensure safety for you. In all our car rental services, our priority is the safety of our valued customers.
When Is Tire Replacement Necessary?
Things to Consider When Choosing Tires:
Importance of Tire Replacement in Car Rentals Knowing about summer and winter tires helps you pay attention to this aspect when renting a car. Car rental companies are required to regularly change summer and winter tires. If you encounter any issues when renting a car, you should request the tires be changed or consider switching companies. In the car rental industry, it is not just about finding customers and providing services. Ensuring customer safety and a comfortable driving experience is crucial. Therefore, rental cars should always be well-maintained.
Summer and Winter Tire Change for Rental Cars Feel at ease when you use Esenboğa car rental services. Summer tire changes begin on April 1st, according to the rules. From December 1st, winter tires should be used. Changing rental car tires according to current weather conditions is very important for providing safe service. Summer, winter, and all-season tires are specially designed for specific weather conditions. In our country, summer tires are used for most of the year. In some regions, winter lasts longer, or weather conditions can be harsher. In such conditions, the use of winter tires is mandatory. The tread depth of winter tires should not be less than 3 mm.
Characteristics of Winter Tires Using summer tires in winter ensures driving safety in harsh weather conditions, on icy and slippery surfaces. It reduces the likelihood of accidents. All our rental cars are equipped with appropriate winter tires during the winter season to ensure safe travel. Winter tires are specially designed for the weather conditions of winter. They have deeper treads, which help minimize the risk of accidents due to snow and ice by increasing friction. Using winter tires during the summer will cause the tires to wear out quickly and shorten their lifespan. It negatively impacts both driving comfort and your budget. Thanks to the surface design of winter tires, they are easier to clean from snow and mud. They have capillary textures and tread blocks on the surface, which provide traction on challenging surfaces through friction. You can distinguish winter tires by their tread depth and the M+S mark on them. If you plan to travel in winter with a rental car, make sure to check whether the car has winter tires and their quality.
Using the Right Tires for the Vehicle One of the most important aspects to pay attention to with rental cars is the use of the correct tires. Just as the model and size of each vehicle vary, so do the models and sizes of the tires. In our fleet with various vehicle models, each vehicle’s tire maintenance is specially performed, and each vehicle uses specific tires.
Cleaning Vehicle Tires Since vehicle tires are constantly in contact with the ground, they should be maintained and cleaned regularly. Cleaning agents with excessive chemicals should not be used for tire cleaning. Especially since rental cars need to be cleaned regularly, using chemical cleaners constantly can damage the tires. The best cleaning method is to use plenty of water.
