Should Tires Be Replaced After 50,000 Kilometers?
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50,000 kilometers is acceptable, but tires should be replaced at 60,000 kilometers. Here are the relevant explanations: 1. Overview: The typical lifespan of car tires is 4 to 6 years or 60,000 to 100,000 kilometers. If the tread depth is below 1.6mm, immediate replacement is necessary. 2. Tire Usage Precautions: Keep away from curbs to avoid tire compression; avoid direct sunlight exposure. In such conditions, the primary concern is to prevent strong sunlight exposure. Regular tires contain a high proportion of rubber, which can age and soften under high temperatures. Therefore, during summer when temperatures are already high, prolonged exposure to intense sunlight must be avoided. This not only accelerates tire aging but may also cause the tires to expand and crack.
You really can't judge just by the mileage! My car hit 50,000 kilometers last year, and I thought the tires still looked fine and didn't need replacing. But during maintenance, the experienced mechanic pointed out tiny cracks on the tire sidewalls, saying the rubber had aged. Especially when driving on hot summer roads in the south, even if the tires haven't been punctured or bulged, hardened rubber can drastically reduce grip. Once, I clearly felt the car skidding during a turn on a rainy day, which scared me into replacing all four tires immediately. Looking back, it's terrifying—even though the tread wear indicators weren't fully worn, tires older than four years really shouldn't be pushed to the limit. Safety is far more important than saving a bit of money.
