Can You Still Drive with a Chunk of Tire Tread Scraped Off?

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Tire sidewall scraped off a small piece, as long as the inner cord layer is not visible and only some rubber is damaged, theoretically, it can still be used. Below is relevant information about car tire replacement: 1. Tread wear close to the wear indicator: Generally, the wear indicator height for passenger car tires is 1.6 millimeters (this height is also the legally mandated minimum groove depth), while for load-bearing tires, the wear indicator height is 2.4 millimeters. 2. Tire damage such as cracks or bulges: Tire damage includes tread cracks, tread bulges, missing tread rubber, severe sidewall wear, and multiple punctures by foreign objects. Especially bulges, which pose an imminent risk of tire blowout. Once these damages are noticed, car owners should promptly visit a professional tire shop to have their vehicle's tires checked and replaced if necessary. 3. Tire age expiration: The typical service life of a tire is around 5 years. Beyond this period, tires begin to age. The primary signs of tire aging are surface hardening followed by the appearance of cracks.