How many years can normal car tires last?
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Normal car tires can last for 3 to 5 years, with the specific mileage being greatly influenced by factors such as the owner's usual tire maintenance, road conditions the vehicle is driven on, and the owner's driving habits. Car tires come into direct contact with the road surface and, together with the car's suspension, help to mitigate the impacts encountered during driving, ensuring good ride comfort and smooth driving performance, as well as excellent adhesion between the wheels and the road surface, enhancing the vehicle's traction, braking, and off-road capabilities. Car tires can be classified by structure into radial tires and bias-ply tires; by tread pattern into ribbed tires, transverse pattern tires, mixed pattern tires, and off-road pattern tires.
The question of how many years tires can normally last, I think it's quite straightforward from a time perspective. My car has been running for over five years with the original tires still in use, but last year during a check-up, slight cracks were found. The mechanic said the tires had aged and recommended replacing them, as rubber materials harden and crack over time, with a general safe lifespan of around five years. If you drive frequently, commuting on highways daily, the wear and tear can be faster. I also realized the importance of regular inspections, like checking the tread depth every month—if it's below 1.6 millimeters, it's dangerous. Don’t just look at the age; you also need to consider your driving habits and environment. If the car is often parked outdoors in a city with lots of sun exposure, noticeable aging might occur in just three years. Safety comes first—don’t take risks to save money.
