DO I HAVE TO REPLACE ALL FOUR TIRES?
Owners of AWD vehicles may need to replace all four tires even if only one is damaged. This is so the tire diameters match, which ensures even traction and prevents damage to the AWD system. This turns an inconvenience into a major expense. But there's a less costly option: shaved tires. Owners can buy one tire from Tire Rack and the company will shave it to match the tread of your other three tires. The service costs about $25 to $35, which is a lot cheaper than buying four new tires. Still, shaving a tire is likely to nullify its treadwear warranty. Shaving a replacement tire makes the most financial sense if the remaining tread on your tires is no more than about half-worn, at approximately 6/32-inch. Other retailers may…
