Can a truck tire with a bulge still be used normally?
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A truck tire with a bulge cannot be used normally. Here are the details regarding truck tire bulges: 1. Cause: When a truck is driven, the tire may suffer an impact, leading to a bulge. The internal air pressure of the impacted tire increases, causing the weaker sidewall to bulge outward. If the force within this bulge stretches and breaks the tire's internal cord layers, a more noticeable bulge will appear. 2. Hazard: Once a tire develops a bulge, it is prone to a blowout. The rubber at the bulged area is very thin, and continued use may lead to air leakage or a blowout. In case of a blowout, avoid slamming on the brakes.
I think once a truck's tire develops a bulge, it absolutely cannot be used normally. A bulge indicates that the internal structure of the tire has been damaged, possibly due to broken cord layers or gas leakage. Especially for trucks, which carry heavy loads and already have high tire pressure, a bulge makes it particularly prone to a blowout when driving on the highway, and the consequences could be unimaginable. I've helped many drivers with repairs and have personally witnessed accident scenes after blowouts. My advice is to stop immediately and replace it with a new tire or a spare; don't think about saving money—safety comes first. Regularly check tire pressure and avoid overloading, as this can greatly prevent bulges. If conditions permit, perform regular tire maintenance to extend their lifespan.
As a long-haul truck driver, I deeply understand the dangers of tire bulges. Once a tire develops a bulge, my experience tells me it's no longer safe to drive. This is because after loading cargo, the load on the tires is significantly heavy, and the pressure on the bulged area increases several times. Driving with such a tire is like carrying a ticking time bomb that could burst at any moment. Once, on the highway, a rear tire had a bulge that wasn't replaced in time, and it nearly caused the truck to lose control and crash through the guardrail. Since then, I've learned my lesson: I check tire pressure and appearance every week. If I find a bulge, I replace it immediately—I'd rather spend extra money on new tires than risk an accident. Additionally, when parking, I make sure to avoid potholes or stones on the road to reduce impacts. Prevention is always better than cure.
