Golden secret to prolonging car tire life
Most drivers in Vietnam are often unaware of the role of tires in driving and operating a car. They just drive them as soon as they see them as new, even if the tires are old or worn out.
1. Avoid sudden acceleration
When you accelerate suddenly, it will lead to a stronger skidding phenomenon in place, the tire will create friction with the road surface, thereby leading to great wear and tear, reducing the life of the tire.
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Sudden acceleration will cause tires to wear out faster. |
2. Avoid sudden braking
Similar to acceleration, sudden braking will also lead to faster wear of the tire with the road surface due to high friction. Not only that, this wear also causes the tire to wear unevenly, making the tire operation unstable, easily leading to increased vehicle camber. In the long run, this means you have to spend regular costs on warranty and maintenance.
3. Climb the sidewalk properly
When climbing a sidewalk, the first tire to make contact will be under a lot of pressure due to having to bear the entire pressure of the entire vehicle. This pressure includes a part of the weight and the driving force applied to that wheel. With such a large pressure, if the contact angle does not create a slope for the vehicle to overcome, this tire will easily crack due to being under too much pressure. You should consider climbing sidewalks with a relatively steep slope, minimizing sidewalks perpendicular to the road surface.
4. Avoid potholes
Potholes are often sharp and jagged, and tires that come into contact with them are more likely to tear and get damaged, especially when you brake. If you frequently drive on rough roads, see a professional and consider getting specialized tires.
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To increase tire life, drivers should avoid potholes and newly paved roads. |
5. Regular tire maintenance
Regular tire alignment and balancing will help your tires operate in the best condition. Not only will it minimize wear and increase its lifespan, but it will also ensure the safety of the driver on the road.
6. “Beautify” the tire if possible
Many people often think that tire "beautification" is just a secondary action, costing money. However, cars that are regularly cared for and beautified show higher durability than the rest. The rubber surface of the tire is cleaned, removing sharp stones and metal plaque that can damage the tire.
In addition, when "beautifying", the tire will be coated with specialized chemicals to increase the durability of the material.