What are the causes of a car tire blowout?
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The causes of a car tire blowout generally include speeding, overloading, tire wear and aging, low tire pressure, over-inflation of tires, incorrect tire installation, lack of necessary tire maintenance, and severe impacts. Tire blowouts are one of the frequent accidents in summer, mostly caused by improper tire maintenance by car owners. Here are some methods to prevent tire blowouts: 1. Prioritize the use of radial tires. Tubeless tires and radial tires have softer tire bodies, and their belts are made of high-strength, low-stretch fabric or steel cords, making them highly resistant to impact, with low rolling resistance and energy consumption, making them ideal for highway driving. Tubeless tires are lightweight, have good air retention, and low rolling resistance. In the event of a puncture, the tire pressure does not drop sharply, allowing the car to continue driving. Since these tires can dissipate heat directly through the rim, their operating temperature is low, the rubber ages slowly, and their lifespan is relatively long. 2. Pay attention to speed ratings and load capacity. Due to differences in rubber and structure, each tire has different speed and load limits. When selecting tires, drivers should check the speed rating and load capacity markings on the tires and choose tires that exceed the vehicle's maximum speed and load capacity to ensure driving safety. 3. Maintain standard tire pressure. The lifespan of a tire is closely related to its pressure. If a driver finds that the tire is overheating due to excessive pressure, they must not release air or pour cold water on the tire to reduce the temperature, as this will accelerate tire aging. In such cases, the only solution is to park and let the tire cool down naturally to reduce temperature and pressure. For low tire pressure, drivers should inflate the tire promptly and check for slow leaks to replace the tire with one that has better air retention.
