Reasons for Severe Front Tire Wear
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Reasons for severe front tire wear are as follows: 1. Most modern cars use transversely mounted engines with front-wheel drive or four-wheel drive configurations. This results in the vehicle's center of gravity being biased toward the front wheels. Additionally, as the front wheels are the driving wheels, they experience greater frictional forces than non-driving tires. 2. Front wheels also serve as steering tires, enduring more lateral friction, which contributes to more pronounced wear. Extended Information: Tire Maintenance: 1. Maintain Safe Distance: Keep a safe distance when driving at high speeds to avoid unnecessary or frequent braking, thereby reducing tire damage. For safety, monitor tread depth—worn tires with reduced friction have longer braking distances and should not be used for high-speed driving. 2. Proper Loading: Tire load correlates with pressure. Overloading is equivalent to low pressure and can cause tire damage. Frequent overloading reduces tire lifespan by 20%-50%. Incorrect loading can also lead to uneven load distribution, causing excessive wear on individual tires. 3. Maintain Proper Pressure: Air pressure is crucial for tire longevity. Inflation must comply with national standards for different types and specifications. Regularly check pressure, as both overinflation and underinflation can cause irregular wear, tread cracking, cord breakage, ply separation, or blowouts. For sustained high-speed driving, increase pressure by 5%-10% above standard. Note: Do not deflate tires after driving as temperature increases internal pressure. 4. Tire Rotation: Rotate tires appropriately during vehicle maintenance (check during primary and secondary servicing) to ensure even wear and extend lifespan. Larger-diameter tires should be installed on the outer wheels. 5. Tire Selection: Avoid using retreaded tires on front wheels. Prefer tires with vertical tread patterns for front wheels and horizontal patterns for rear wheels.
