How long can you drive with a slightly bulging tire?
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Tires with slight bulges should not be driven on, and it is recommended to replace them with new ones. Continuing to drive with such tires poses certain safety hazards. A bulging tire indicates that the internal cords have broken. The cord layer is the skeleton of the tire, and once the cords break, only the rubber remains to prevent gas from escaping. Additionally, the sidewall of the tire is inherently weak. When the internal tire pressure becomes too high, the bulging area is prone to rupture. Car tires are one of the essential components of a vehicle, directly contacting the road surface and working in conjunction with the suspension system to absorb shocks during driving, ensuring good ride comfort and smooth driving performance. They also ensure excellent traction between the wheels and the road surface.
Don't drive with a bulging tire - this needs immediate attention. After years of driving, I've seen too many similar cases. Even a slight bulge indicates broken internal tire cords and severe structural damage. You might not notice issues at low city speeds, but highway driving or rough roads could cause instant blowouts. I once saw a friend push it for dozens of kilometers, only to have the tire explode and nearly crash into barriers. For safety, stop immediately when discovering a bulge and arrange for repair or towing to replace the tire - delays increase risks. A new tire costs just a few hundred to a thousand yuan, far cheaper than accident repairs. So how long can you drive? Zero time and zero distance - safety comes first.
