Can tires from 2016 still be used in 2021?
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Tires generally have a lifespan of 5-6 years. Tires from 2016 can still be used for about a year in 2021, provided that the tire quality is excellent. Ensure tire balance: After use, tires may become unbalanced, causing steering wheel and chassis vibrations, and may even lead to steering failure. In such cases, it is necessary to take the car to a repair shop for balance correction as soon as possible. Dealing with a flat tire in an emergency: If a flat tire occurs suddenly while driving, stop the car immediately, turn on the hazard warning lights, and change the tire. After stopping, the parking brake must be engaged, and the wheels must be secured. Loosen the nuts on the flat tire, then use a jack to lift the vehicle. Remove the nuts and the flat tire, replace it with the spare tire, lower the jack, tighten the nuts, and you can continue driving.
Last time I helped my friend check his old car, the tires were manufactured in the 15th week of 2016, and there were already cracks on the sidewalls. After more than five years, the rubber starts to age, so even if there's plenty of tread left, it's time to replace them. The small triangle mark on the side of the tire points to the wear indicator block. If you insert a 1-yuan coin into the tread groove and can see the anti-counterfeiting line on the edge of the coin, the tread is too thin. Especially for those who drive on highways, be extra cautious—old tires are particularly prone to blowouts in the summer heat. I've seen several people changing tires at service areas, all due to old tires. Quickly check the aging level—don't wait until an accident happens to regret it.
