Can Wheel Hubs Be Replaced at Will?
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Wheel hubs cannot be replaced at will. Here are the reasons why tires should not be changed arbitrarily: 1. Although the structure of tires is simple, when the tire size changes, many parameters of the car will undergo significant changes because the entire vehicle relies solely on the wheel hubs to contact the road surface. 2. If the wheel hub size is increased, the car's mileage will decrease because the mileage is calculated based on the number of rotations of the wheel hubs, which can affect the judgment of maintenance cycles. 3. Regulations on car modifications: Changing the registered appearance and technical data of a motor vehicle will not be approved for modification registration, unless otherwise specified by national mandatory standards. 4. Regardless of national regulations, considering safety issues alone, there have been news reports of people replacing wheel hubs with inferior quality, leading to the wheel hubs breaking directly while driving on the highway, subsequently causing tragic accidents.
Changing rims is not something to be taken lightly. I believe safety should always come first, because if the size is not appropriate, the tires will wear unevenly, the car will become unstable when turning, and it may even trigger ABS system failure, leading to accidents. I remember last time my friend installed oversized rims on his car, which resulted in longer braking distance and nearly caused a rear-end collision. Moreover, there are legal regulations—excessive modifications can lead to fines or failure in annual inspections. For example, exceeding the original size by 5% is not allowed. I suggest everyone check the vehicle manual first before making any changes, ensuring the ET value and bolt pattern match. Don’t try to save money by going to small shops for improper installations; it’s safer to have it professionally adjusted by a technician.
