What are the effects of widening car tires?
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Widening car tires has the following effects: 1. First, it affects the vehicle's power. Due to the increased friction, more energy is required to drive the tire's rotation, which directly translates to a decrease in power under the same powertrain. 2. Secondly, it leads to an increase in fuel consumption. The greater friction brings more resistance, necessitating the use of more fuel to drive the rotation, resulting in a noticeable rise in fuel consumption. 3. Widening the rear tires also reduces driving comfort. Tires with a smaller aspect ratio have thinner sidewalls, which decreases their cushioning ability. As a result, more road vibrations are transmitted to the vehicle body, leading to a reduction in comfort.