How to Determine if a Tire is Punctured or Just Flat?

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Check whether the sidewall and inner edge of the tire are damaged. The extent of damage to the tire sidewall can be directly observed, with severe cases showing cracks or bulges. Damage to the inner edge of the tire can only be inspected after removing the tire. Below is an introduction to tire air leakage: 1. Overview: Driving with underinflated tires is the root cause of blowouts. When a vehicle is driven with insufficient air pressure (tire pressure below the standard level), the friction between the tire and the ground increases exponentially, causing a sharp rise in tire temperature, softening of the tire, and a significant drop in strength. Under these conditions, high-speed driving may lead to a tire blowout. 2. Hidden Dangers: Even at low speeds, driving with underinflated tires can damage them, with a long latency period and high concealment, posing greater hazards and laying the groundwork for future blowouts during high-speed driving. 3. Causes: If the tire is punctured by a nail or other sharp object without immediate rupture, it may start leaking air, eventually leading to a blowout.