Is the wheel hub usually not replaced when changing tires?
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When changing tires, if the tire size remains the same, there is no need to replace the wheel hub. Below is relevant information about automotive tires: 1. Definition of tires: Automotive tires are one of the important components of a vehicle. They directly contact the road surface and, together with the vehicle suspension, help to mitigate the shocks encountered during driving, ensuring good ride comfort and smooth driving performance. They also ensure good adhesion between the wheels and the road surface, improving the vehicle's traction, braking, and off-road capabilities. 2. Effects of low tire pressure: Tire pressure is crucial to tire longevity, as both too high and too low pressure can shorten its service life. Low pressure increases tire body deformation, making the tire sidewalls prone to cracks and causing flexing movements, which leads to excessive heat generation, accelerating rubber aging, fatigue of the cord layers, and cord breakage. Low pressure also increases the tire's contact area with the ground, accelerating wear on the tire shoulders. 3. Effects of high tire pressure: Excessive tire pressure causes the tire cords to undergo excessive stretching and deformation, reducing the tire body's elasticity. This increases the load on the vehicle during driving, and impacts can lead to internal cracks and blowouts. Additionally, high pressure accelerates wear on the tire tread and reduces its resistance to punctures.