Can I continue using tires with uneven tread?
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It is not recommended to continue driving with uneven tread. The vehicle's weight can crush the tires, potentially causing wheel rim deformation. If forced to drive under such conditions, you may eventually need to replace both the tires and rims. Driving with deformed tires also poses safety hazards. The following describes two different scenarios of unevenness on tire sidewalls: Dents: These are caused by joints in the tire carcass cords. Since joint areas have two layers of cords while other areas have only one, the joint areas actually have higher strength than other parts. During initial use, tires slightly expand under air pressure, with less expansion at joint areas, making them appear slightly indented. Bulges: These are caused by joints in the inner liner or sidewall rubber. As joint areas are thicker, they appear slightly raised when inflated.