What happens when tire pressure is low in snowy winter?
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Low tire pressure in snowy winter can lead to tire blowouts, posing dangers. Introduction to tire pressure: Tire pressure, strictly speaking, refers to the air pressure inside the tire. In car maintenance, the engine is the heart of the car—damage to the engine can lead to the end of the car's life. Similarly, tire pressure is the blood pressure of the car; the level of tire pressure plays a crucial role in the car's performance and power. Introduction to air pressure: Air pressure is the lifeblood of the tire. Both too high and too low pressure can shorten the tire's lifespan. Low pressure increases the deformation of the tire body, making it prone to cracks on the sidewalls and causing flexing movements, which leads to excessive heat generation, accelerating rubber aging, fatigue of the cord layers, and breaking of the cords. It also increases the tire's contact area, accelerating wear on the tire shoulders. High pressure, on the other hand, causes excessive stretching and deformation of the tire cords, reducing the elasticity of the tire body and increasing the load on the car while driving. If impacted, it can lead to internal cracks and blowouts. Additionally, high pressure accelerates wear on the tire tread and reduces its resistance to punctures.
