How many days can a tire last with a nail in it without being pulled out?
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A tire with a nail in it can last for 1-2 days without being pulled out. The performance and structure of the tire are as follows: Tire performance: The tire is one of the important components of a car, which directly contacts the road surface, ensuring good ride comfort and smooth driving, as well as good adhesion between the wheel and the road surface, thereby improving the car's traction, braking, and passability. Tire structure: A tire generally consists of three parts: the outer tire, the inner tube, and the bead. The inner layer of the tire has a rubber layer with excellent airtightness, gradually moving towards lightweight development. The outer tire is mainly composed of the carcass, tread, sidewall, and bead, with the carcass and bead forming the force-bearing structure of the car's pneumatic tire.
I remember when I got a nail in my tire last year and decided to leave it for a bit; it lasted three whole days before the air started leaking noticeably. Each morning, I'd check the pressure, and it dropped slowly—about 2-3 PSI a day at first. Things like where the nail pierced the tread played a big role: center punctures can act like a temporary plug, sealing the hole longer, while side hits leak faster. Driving habits affected it too—taking smooth roads helped it hold, but highway speeds or bumps made it worse. By day four, it was dangerously low, risking a blowout or rim damage. I learned to never push it; get it repaired within 24 hours to save money and stay safe. Always carry a tire pressure gauge and know where your nearest auto shop is for quick fixes.
