Can You Drive on the Highway with a Nail in the Tire?
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Tires with nails that haven't lost air can still be driven on the highway, but attention should be paid to speed and driving distance. Below is relevant information about tires: 1. The role of tires: Supporting the entire weight of the vehicle, bearing the load of the car, and transmitting forces and torques in other directions; transmitting traction and braking torque to ensure good adhesion between the wheels and the road surface, improving the car's power, braking, and passability; working with the car suspension to mitigate impacts during driving and dampen resulting vibrations; preventing severe vibrations and early damage to car components, adapting to the vehicle's high-speed performance and reducing driving noise, ensuring safety, handling stability, comfort, and energy efficiency. 2. Tire lifespan: The lifespan of a tire is related to many factors, such as climate, road conditions, driving habits, installation, maintenance, etc. According to international regulations, if a tire is used normally, it must be replaced when the tread depth wears down to 1.6 millimeters.
I think driving on the highway with a nail in the tire is really unreliable and too risky. At high speeds, the tires endure intense forces, and a nail can easily cause air leakage or even a blowout. Once a blowout occurs, the risk of losing control of the vehicle increases dramatically, potentially leading to a serious accident. I once carelessly drove with a nail, and halfway through, I felt the steering wheel shaking. I was so scared that I immediately pulled over to check and found the tire was indeed leaking. The mechanic later said it was lucky nothing worse happened, or the consequences could have been unthinkable. So, it's best to find a safe place to stop immediately and check the tire pressure. If the car can still move, drive slowly to a repair shop for a patch; if the problem is severe, call for roadside assistance. Safety should always come first—don’t risk your life to save time. Making a habit of walking around the car to check tire conditions before daily drives can help avoid a lot of trouble.
