Village Nissan
25 South Unionville Ave, Markham, Ontario, L3R 6B8
For many years, the only way to determine if tires needed to be replaced was the use the ‘penny test’, which involves sticking a penny (or a quarter) into the tread of a tire. If you can see the head of the person on the penny, your tires are too worn and the treads are too shallow, meaning that the tread depth is less than 2/32 of an inch and it’s time to replace your tires. If the top of the head on the penny is covered, it means that the treads in your tire are deep enough to continue using the tire and that you’ll have some time before you need to replace them. While this is a good way to tell if your tires are too worn to continue using, that’s not the only reason you might need to swap out your old tires for a brand-new set.
As a general rule of thumb, the tires on a vehicle you drive fairly often will likely last you about 3 to 5 years or approximately 75 000 – 100 000 km. The shelf life of a tire will majorly depend on how often the car is driven. The less often a vehicle is driven, the longer its tires will last. All tires expire eventually, which is why our Service Departments recommend replacing all tires once they get too old (even if they haven’t already been replaced, aren’t fully worn down, the tire is a spare, or the tires are in storage), if they haven’t already been replaced for another reason. This is because as the tire gets older, the rubber starts to crack and cause parts of the tire to separate from each other.
With that being said, there’s no exact way to tell how long a tire is going to last since it almost completely depends on environmental and other external factors. This can include climate, driving habits, road conditions, and tire maintenance. For example, if you drive in extreme temperatures, speed on damaged roads, and neglect tire maintenance, your tires likely won’t last as long as the average tire would.
The maintenance schedule for vehicles varies depending on the car’s age, make, and model. For a complete rundown of your vehicle’s specific maintenance schedule, check your owner’s manual or the OEM’s website. However, as a general rule of thumb:
Village Nissan has a massive selection of tires for our customers to choose from, and stock tons of brands including BF Goodrich, Bridgestone, Continental, Dunlop, Firestone, General Tire, Gislaved, Goodyear, Hankook, Kelly Tires, Michelin, Toyo Tires, Uniroyal and Yokohama Tires. Our tire store allows you to search for tires based on your vehicle’s make and model.
Disclaimer: All pricing, vehicle specifications, and promotional offers featured in this post are accurate as of the date of publication (August 2026) and reflect official Canadian market releases. At Village Nissan, we are thrilled to announce that Nissan Canada has officially released full Canadian pricing and details for three standout 2027 vehicles! These incredible models arrive at our...
The Nissan Clearout Event Is On For A Limited Time! Amazing Offers Across Our Award-Winning Lineup. For a limited time, take advantage of our most aggressive incentives on in-stock 2026 models—including 0% APR financing and cash bonuses up to $12,500*. Read on to explore our top clearout deals, key model features, and find the perfect vehicle for your lifestyle! Quick Comparison: Which Nissan...
Are you ready to stop compromising on your daily drive? The Nissan Ariya already turned heads across the Greater Toronto Area with its lounge-like interior and winter-ready performance. Now, the heavily updated 2027 Nissan Ariya takes your driving experience to a whole new level. We upgraded this all-electric crossover to eliminate driving friction. Whether you commute down the DVP, navigate...
Powered and developed by
