Can Run-Flat Tires Blow Out?
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Yes. However, the sidewalls and tread of run-flat tires are much thicker than those of regular tires, and the rubber used has better hardness and toughness. As long as you avoid driving over sharp objects, blowouts are unlikely to occur. Definition Explanation: Run-flat tires are technically called "Self-Supporting Run-Flat Tires," abbreviated as RSC. The inflated sidewall of the tire is the main part that supports the vehicle's weight, especially for tires with a larger aspect ratio, where the sidewall is very "thick"; Tire Safety: In the event of a tire deflation, run-flat tires allow the vehicle to continue driving at a speed of 80 km/h for up to 80 kilometers. A severe blowout usually causes the sidewall to burst instantly, leading to a sudden loss of support and an immediate shift in the vehicle's center of gravity. Particularly in the case of a front-wheel blowout on a front-wheel-drive vehicle, the sudden shift in the center of gravity can easily cause the vehicle to lose control.