Tire shop in Las Vegas
ABC Tires & Auto Repair is a tire shop at 3139 E Charleston Blvd in East Las Vegas. We sell and service tires for cars, SUVs, pickups, trucks, trailers, commercial vehicles and heavy equipment. Walk-ins are welcome, and we speak English and Spanish. Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM; Saturday, 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Closed Sunday. Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
ABC Tires & Auto Repair, 3139 E Charleston Blvd, East Las Vegas. Serving drivers and fleets across the Las Vegas valley.
Tires for what you drive
The right tire starts with the vehicle and the work it does. Tell us what you drive and how you use it.
Passenger tires carry a "P" in front of the size (P-Metric).1
Many SUVs run passenger tires; some run light truck tires. The right size and load are on the label in the door jamb or in the owner's manual.2
Light truck ("LT") tires are designed for vehicles that carry heavy cargo or pull trailers.3
Work trucks and diesel trucks: tell us the load and the work, and we will match the tire to both.
Special trailer ("ST") tires are for trailer axles only and never go on drive or steer wheels.3
Federal rules require at least 4/32 inch of tread on the front (steer) tires of a truck or bus and 2/32 inch on the others.44
We handle tires for heavy equipment. Call and tell us the machine and the tire size.
How to read a tire size
The size is molded into the sidewall. Here is what each part of a common size means.
- P
- Passenger tire. "LT" means light truck, "ST" special trailer and "T" temporary (a spare).1
- 225
- The approximate section width, in millimeters.1
- 60
- The aspect ratio: the sidewall height as a percentage of the width.1
- R
- Radial construction.1
- 16
- The rim diameter, in inches, the tire is made to fit.1
- 97V
- The service description: the load index (the most weight the tire is built to carry) and the speed symbol.1
The date code. The last four digits of the DOT Tire Identification Number tell you the week and the year the tire was made.2 A tire ending in 2324 was made in the 23rd week of 2024.
When tires need replacing
- Tread worn down to 2/32 of an inch is not safe, and the tire should be replaced.2
- Tires have built-in treadwear indicators, raised bars between the tread. When the tread is level with them, it is time.2
- The penny test: put a penny in the tread with Lincoln's head upside down. If you can see the top of his head, replace the tire.2
- Age matters too. Some vehicle and tire makers recommend replacing tires six to 10 years old regardless of tread.2
Tire pressure, the right way
- Check every tire, including the spare, at least once a month, cold: before the vehicle has been driven for three hours.2
- Use the pressure on the label in the door jamb or in the owner's manual, not the number on the tire.2
- All tires lose some air over time, even with no puncture. NHTSA names underinflation as the main cause of tire failure.5
- An underinflated tire builds up heat and stress, which causes irregular wear and internal damage.6
Heat is hard on tires
Las Vegas averages about 78 days a year at 100°F or hotter (National Weather Service normals, 1991 to 2020).7 NHTSA notes that sustained high temperature, such as long drives in hot weather, can make a tire deteriorate and lead to blowouts and tread separation.2
Sunlight and a warm climate also age tires, which NHTSA says is a greater concern in the southern Sun Belt.2 AAA adds that underinflated tires overheat more easily and are more likely to blow out when road temperatures are extremely high.8 Before a summer drive to Los Angeles or across the desert, check the pressure cold and look at the tread.
Tire trouble away from the shop
The shop also runs a roadside service: roadside tire changes, mobile tire repair and breakdown help, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, anywhere in Nevada, Reno included. The cost depends on where you are, so call (702) 432-6371 for a quote, any hour.
What it covers and how it works is on the roadside assistance page.
Ask us about
Call the shop for the details on the tires we have for your vehicle.
We carry all brands. Call with your size and we will tell you what is in stock.
New and used tires.
Mobile and roadside service is available. Call the shop for the details.
Labor is covered for 30 days. Parts carry 1, 2 or 3 years, up to lifetime, depending on the coverage you choose.
Questions people ask
How do I know when my tires need replacing?
How do I read the date on my tire?
Find the DOT code on the sidewall. Its last four digits are the week and year the tire was made.2
What tire pressure should I run?
Can I put passenger tires on my trailer?
Trailer axles take "ST" special trailer tires, which are made only for trailers and never go on a drive or steer axle.3
Does the heat in Las Vegas wear out tires?
How much do tires cost at ABC?
It depends on the size, the type and the vehicle, so this site lists no costs. Call (702) 432-6371 with your tire size (it is molded on the sidewall) or the year, make and model.
Related services
Bring it in
Walk in or call ahead. We speak English and Spanish at the counter.
Sources for the facts on this page
- Tire Industry Association, Reading a Tire Sidewall
- NHTSA, Tires
- Bridgestone, What Is the Tire Size for My Car?
- eCFR (49 CFR, FMCSA), 49 CFR 393.75
- NHTSA, Summer Driving Tips
- USTMA, Tire Care Essentials
- NOAA/NWS Las Vegas, Number of Days With a Specific Temperature (PDF)
- AAA, Extreme Heat Presents Invisible Danger to Motorists and Vehicles