How to Identify the Tire Wear Indicator Triangle?
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On the side tread pattern of a car tire, you can usually find a small triangular arrow indicator. Following this indicator will lead you to a raised mark in the groove of the tire tread pattern, which serves as the tire wear indicator. When the tread depth falls below 1.6 millimeters, typically meaning it is lower than this wear indicator, it generally signifies that the tire is nearing the end of its service life and requires prompt replacement by the vehicle owner. Here is more information about car tires: 1. Continuing to use tires with excessively worn treads poses significant safety hazards. Overly worn tires experience a severe reduction in traction on dry surfaces, especially since front tires usually wear faster than rear tires, potentially leading to understeer (commonly known as "pushing" or "plowing"), which significantly compromises driving safety. Additionally, a tire's water drainage capability relies entirely on its tread pattern. If the tread is too shallow, the tire is prone to hydroplaning and losing control in rainy conditions. 2. It's important to note that tires, being rubber products, undergo aging over time. This aging primarily manifests as numerous small cracks on the tire sidewall. If these cracks have reached the tire carcass, the tire must be replaced regardless of whether it has reached the wear indicator. Otherwise, continuing to use aged tires may risk a blowout.
