What is applied to tires during car washing?
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During car washing, what is applied to tires is tire protectant, also known as tire blackener. After spraying, the tires appear very black and shiny. Its function is to maintain the elasticity of the tire's structural molecules, making the tires more durable. Car tires are one of the important components of a vehicle, directly in contact with the road surface. Together with the car suspension, they help to mitigate the impacts encountered during driving, ensuring good ride comfort and smooth driving, as well as maintaining good adhesion between the wheels and the road surface. Precautions for car tires: 1. Regularly check tire pressure to ensure it is neither too high nor too low; 2. Frequently inspect the wear condition of the tires; 3. Promptly remove small stones and other foreign objects from the tires.
When washing my car, I often apply tire shine or tire glaze to the tires. This stuff makes the tire surface dark and shiny, just like when the car was brand new. It's mainly a silicone oil or wax-based liquid that forms a protective film to waterproof and dustproof the tires, preventing them from cracking due to UV exposure from sunlight. When I wash my car myself, I first wipe the tires clean with a cloth and then apply the product evenly—the effect is immediate. Just remember to avoid the brake discs, otherwise, it can make driving unstable when slippery. Different brands offer spray and lotion types, and I prefer the convenience and speed of the spray. One application can last for several weeks.
