What is the difference between full-size tires and non-full-size tires?
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Full-size tires and non-full-size tires differ in that full-size tires have the same specifications as the four original tires of the vehicle and use the same wheel rims as the original wheels. Non-full-size tires, on the other hand, are tires with narrower tread widths or smaller rim sizes, typically using steel rims and have speed limitations (maximum speed not exceeding 80 km/h). They can only serve as a temporary replacement for the original tires. Below is relevant information about tire replacement: 1. Tire replacement period: Some vehicles have been used for a long time but have not been driven frequently, resulting in low actual mileage, and their tires may not appear heavily worn. However, scientific experiments have shown that regardless of the brand, new tires will undergo changes in physical properties after being stored for three years due to factors like wear and oxidation. Indicators such as wear resistance and other strength metrics will significantly decline, and the potential risk factor will correspondingly increase. Therefore, major international tire companies set the aging period for tires at three years, and tires that have not been sold after three years will be downgraded or scrapped. 2. Purchasing car tires: Whether buying a new car, a used car, or specifically purchasing tires, it is essential to pay attention to the manufacturing date of the tires. This point can also serve as an additional skill to secretly assess the accurate age and condition of the vehicle.
