Tires are extremely critical vulnerable parts on vehicles, and their performance directly affects the driving safety, comfort, and fuel economy of the car. But its maintenance and proper use are either not taken seriously by people, or they mistakenly believe that tires are vulnerable parts that do not require maintenance and are replaced when worn out. Little do they know that tire maintenance is not just an economic cost issue, but more importantly, safety assurance. Therefore, the correct use and maintenance of car tires should be taken seriously.

1. Ensure that the tire pressure is normal

The normal tire pressure is specially regulated by various manufacturers after demonstration. Both too high and too low pressure can affect the performance and service life of the tire. When the pressure is too low, the tire deformation increases, the sidewall is prone to cracking, the wear on both sides of the tread increases, the temperature rises abnormally, and it promotes premature aging of the rubber and premature fatigue fracture of the curtain layer. High air pressure can cause excessive stretching and deformation of tire cords, reducing the contact area with the ground, increasing wear on the center of the tire crown, reducing the comfort of the car, and making it prone to tire blowouts. So it is important to regularly monitor the tire pressure to ensure it is normal. Develop the habit of checking the air pressure at least once a month, especially before the busy farming season, to ensure safe driving.

2. Pay attention to the appearance and wear condition of tires

The tire is in direct contact with the road surface, and the impact of various road surfaces on the tire is unpredictable. Therefore, in order to ensure the stable performance of the tire, it is necessary to regularly check the appearance of the tire to see if there are any nails, glass, stones embedded in the pattern, or other foreign objects on the tire. If there are, they should be dealt with and removed in a timely manner. Whether there are bulges on the side of the tire, whether there are scratched areas on the tread, whether there are aging cracks, etc. If there are any that need to be replaced, they should be replaced in a timely manner to avoid potential hazards of traffic accidents.

If there is no abnormal damage, attention should also be paid to the wear condition of the tire. Generally, there are wear indicators at the tread groove position. When the tire wears to this indicator position, it must be replaced.

3. Correct parking

Many people park very casually, unaware that sometimes improper parking can cause unnecessary damage to the tires, so it is important to consider the tires when parking. Firstly, when parking, try to park the four wheels on a flat surface as much as possible, and do not press the tires on block shaped objects to prevent uneven force on one wheel from deforming or bulging. At the same time, when parking, keep the tires away from heat sources, ozone, chemicals, oils, flammable materials, etc., and park them in a dry and cool place as much as possible to prevent rubber aging.

4. Scientific, correct, and good driving habits are the best way to maintain tires. As a driver, it is important to understand the maximum load capacity of the vehicle and avoid overloading, as overloading can cause significant damage to the tires; When driving, attention should also be paid to the condition of the road surface. If the road surface is uneven, sharp stones, glass, metal, or chemical corrosive liquids that may damage the tires should be avoided, and a solid, flat, and good road surface should be chosen as much as possible for driving; When passing through potholes, obstacles, and curbs, the tire is subjected to extreme local stress. It is important to control the speed of the vehicle, otherwise it is very easy to cause the tire side curtain to break, leading to bulges or even tire blowouts.

The correct and scientific use and maintenance of car tires can ensure their performance, thereby improving the safety and comfort of the vehicle, as well as extending their service life and reducing the cost of use.