Leafy ground

I took my car to get new tires since I had that flat recently. My tires' treads were all low, so I needed four new tires. Instead of getting a cheaper brand like I did before (I don't think I'd driven 20,000 miles (32,186 km) before they got that bad), I opted for better tires. They were significantly more expensive but should be worth it.

I also got my wheels aligned. The four all-weather tires and alignment cost me $1,200. Ooooof. That hurts without a job. But it is peace of mind, and I do expect them to last much longer.