4 ways to know when to change car tires
(Baonghean.vn) - Worn tires will affect the vehicle's ability to react to the road surface, control, handling and especially braking will not be as expected. The more worn the tires are, the higher the risk and loss of safety.
Here are some simple ways to know when to replace your tires:
1. “Age” of the tire
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Checking the tire's expiration date will give you an idea of how long it has left; you should only use it for about 6 years. You can use it for longer, but you shouldn't let it operate beyond the 10-year mark. Because rubber wears out over time due to environmental conditions; even if the surface of the tire still looks good, there may be structural damage inside... If you don't remember when you bought the tire or when you bought the car, you can find the tire identification number printed on the side of the tire. How to read this number will vary depending on where the tire came from. |
2. Tire tread index
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Most tires have a tread wear indicator that is hidden in the rubber near the outer edge of the tire, not visible. When the tire is worn, it will be easy to see this indicator and they will also make noises to remind you to check... Don't ignore any unusual signs of the car, especially noises. |
3. Uneven tire surface
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If you notice that your tires are wearing unevenly, you may need new tires. For example, if the tread wear indicator appears in some spots but not others, or if some areas of the tire's surface no longer match the overall tread, you need new tires. |
4.Excessive steering wheel vibration
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Normally when driving, the driver will feel the vibration of the steering wheel is normal, especially on poor quality roads. However, for experienced drivers, feeling the vibration of the car steering wheel is an important thing to have, so when feeling the car has an unusual vibration, you should consider whether it is due to a fault in the shock absorber, or because the wheel is not balanced, or it is time to change the tire. |
