How Many Kilometers Can a Tire Run?
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Normal all-season tires that meet international production standards can generally run up to 113,000 kilometers under normal driving conditions and road surfaces. Even tires of slightly lower quality can theoretically last around 100,000 kilometers. With good driving habits and high-quality tires, it is possible to extend the mileage by tens of thousands of kilometers beyond the standard lifespan. Here is additional information: 1. Tire Shelf Life: Although there are no specific national regulations on the shelf life of car tires, the rubber in tires typically has a shelf life of 3–5 years. Even if the tires have never been used, after this period, the rubber and cords will age, the steel wires may rust, and small cracks may appear on the tire surface, weakening the tire's strength. When purchasing tires, consumers should carefully check the production date marked on the tire, usually found as a 4-digit code on the sidewall. 2. Pay Attention to the Tire Production Date: For example, the code '2315' indicates the 23rd week of 2015, meaning the tire was produced in June 2015. This helps avoid buying retreaded tires. If there are differences in the rubber material between the tread and the sidewall, it may indicate a retreaded tire. Since tires are rubber products, they will age and deteriorate over time, even if unused, posing potential safety hazards. Consumers should be cautious when purchasing tires produced over 3 years ago and avoid those older than 5 years. Ideally, select tires produced within the last 3 years, preferably from the current or previous year, with the closer to the current date, the better.
