Can a Bubbled Tire Still Be Used?
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It cannot continue to be used. Continuing to drive with a bulged tire can easily lead to a blowout, compromising driving safety. Below is relevant information: 1. Tire bulging: This mainly occurs on the sidewall of the tire, primarily due to the tire violently hitting curbs, large rocks, speed bumps, etc., causing the tire's cord layer to break and resulting in a bulge. If a tire has been bulging for a long time, combined with exposure to high temperatures and high-speed driving, it is very prone to blowout accidents, which are extremely dangerous. 2. Wear indicators: Tires have wear indicators. There is a triangular mark on the sidewall of the tire; when the tread wears down to the point indicated by the triangle, it is recommended to replace the tire. Inside the tire's tread grooves, there are also raised markers; when the tread wears down to the level of these raised markers, the tire should be replaced. A simple puncture can be repaired and does not require replacement. However, a bulge must be replaced.
Tire bubbling is no small matter. I once encountered a similar situation where a large bulge appeared on the tire sidewall while driving on the highway. At the time, I didn't pay much attention to it, but after just a few kilometers, I heard strange noises. Upon inspection, I found that the cord layers might have broken. When the internal structure is damaged like this, the tire pressure becomes imbalanced, and a blowout could happen at any moment—it's extremely dangerous. My advice is to not take any risks and head straight to the repair shop to replace the tire. In daily driving, avoid potholes and uneven roads, and regularly check tire pressure and sidewall health. For example, every month, run your hands over the tire tread to feel for any abnormal bulges—this can help prevent problems before they occur. Safety comes first; don't try to save a little money now only to regret it later if something goes wrong.
