Why is my truck eating tires?

Uneven tread gives you clues about alignment, inflation or wear in the front end. Start by noting where the pattern appears.

Read the tread

Patterns can have more than one cause. Check the tire and the truck before deciding what needs repair.

Tread depth is similar across the face. Keep checking inflation and watch for any changes.

One edge is wearing faster. Wheel alignment and steering or suspension wear are worth checking.

The tread ribs feel sharper in one direction. Toe or other alignment conditions can contribute.

Look for a series of high and low spots. Shocks, suspension, wheel balance and wheel-end condition can all play a role.

Wear crosses the tread at an angle. Ask about axle alignment, wheel-end condition and paired tires.

Check cold pressure against the tire manufacturer’s guidance for the load. The pressure history and operating conditions can also matter.

Note the axle, side and part of the tread affected when you call.