03/30/2026
Desert roads are tough on tires. Way tougher than most drivers realize.
Between pavement temperatures that can top 160 degrees in the summer, construction debris scattered across I-10, I-17, and I-40, and gravel shoulders that never get washed clean by rain, your tires take a beating every time you drive in Arizona or New Mexico.
A few things to keep in mind as temperatures start climbing:
• Check your tire pressure at least once a month. Heat causes air to expand, and over-inflated tires are more vulnerable to blowouts.
• Look at the DOT code on your sidewall. If your tires are more than 4 to 5 years old, the rubber is degrading even if the tread looks fine.
• Watch for slow leaks after driving through construction zones. A nail or screw can sit in a tire for hours before the pressure drops enough to notice.
If a flat does happen, you do not have to figure it out alone on the shoulder. Dugger’s Road Rescue sends a tire technician to your location, 24/7, 365 days a year. Phoenix, Tucson, Albuquerque, Rio Rancho. Average response time is 30 minutes.
Save the number: (877) 823-9696
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