Is Turning the Steering Wheel While Stationary Harmful to the Car?
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Turning the steering wheel while stationary is harmful to the car, as it causes wear and tear on the tires. When turning the steering wheel while stationary, you should slowly release the brake and turn the wheel gradually. If you press the brake hard while turning the steering wheel, it will cause significant wear on the tires, especially on uneven road surfaces. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid turning the steering wheel while stationary and instead turn it while the car is in motion. Habitually turning the steering wheel while stationary increases the friction between the tires and the ground, leading to tread wear, which undoubtedly shortens the tire's lifespan. When the tires rotate while stationary, the resistance increases, and the power steering system has to work several times harder than usual to assist in steering. Frequent operation of this nature also shortens the lifespan of the power steering system and increases the likelihood of malfunctions.