What Are the Signs of a Tire Blowout?
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Tire blowout signs include: 1. Tire bulging; 2. Cracks in the tire; 3. Obvious tire vibration while driving; 4. Nails puncturing the tire; 5. Excessively worn tread depth; 6. Unstable tire pressure. Causes of tire blowouts are: 1. High temperatures; 2. Overloading or speeding; 3. Poor road conditions leading to blowouts; 4. Tire pressure not meeting safety requirements; 5. Internal tire damage or air bubbles in the tire cord layer; 6. Excessive tire surface wear or corrosion by oil; 7. Severe impacts; 8. Poor tire quality; 9. Highway driving. Methods to prevent tire blowouts include: 1. Thorough inspection before driving; 2. Installing a tire pressure monitoring system; 3. Applying tire puncture-proof treatment; 4. Regular tire rotation; 5. Periodic wheel balance correction; 6. Regular removal of small stones.
I've been driving for over 20 years, and there are many signs before a tire blowout. The steering wheel will shake violently, as if someone is wrestling with you, especially at high speeds when the car tends to drift or float. A leaking tire will make a thumping or hissing noise, which is especially noticeable late at night when it's quiet. One side of the vehicle may noticeably sag, causing the car to tilt, making it feel unbalanced while driving—this is a sign to slow down and pull over immediately. If the tire pressure monitoring system light comes on, it's a warning not to ignore. Regular checks for tire wear and cracks are crucial. I've seen many accidents caused by unnoticed tire bulges.
