What is the difference between tubeless tires and regular tires?
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Differences between tubeless tires and regular tires: 1. Different structure: Tubeless tires do not have an inner tube; regular tires have an inner tube. 2. Different safety performance: When these two types of tires are punctured by a nail, the tubeless tire leaks air very slowly; the regular tire may lose air directly and require immediate replacement of the spare tire. 3. Different vehicle applications: Tubeless tires are used on small cars or motorcycles; regular tires are now mostly used on bicycles or some large trucks. Functions of tires: 1. Support the entire weight of the vehicle and bear the load of the car. 2. Transmit traction and braking torque, ensuring good adhesion between the wheel and the road surface to improve the car's power, braking, and passability. 3. Prevent severe vibration and early damage to automotive components, adapt to the high-speed performance of the vehicle and reduce driving noise, ensuring driving safety, handling stability, comfort, and energy-saving economy.
The biggest difference between tubeless tires and regular tires lies in their structure. Tubeless tires rely on a direct seal between the tire and the rim, with no inner tube inside—once inflated, they form a single unit. Regular tires, on the other hand, require both an outer and an inner tube, with the inner tube wrapped inside the outer one. During long-distance driving, I noticed that tubeless tires leak air slowly when punctured by a nail, allowing you to drive dozens of kilometers to reach a repair shop. In contrast, regular tires deflate instantly when punctured, which is particularly dangerous. Tubeless tires also dissipate heat better, running cooler at high speeds and reducing the risk of blowouts. However, they demand higher precision in the rim—if it gets dented or deformed, the seal may fail. Regular tires are cheaper, but repairing them involves disassembling both the inner and outer tubes, a process that takes about half an hour. With tubeless tires, inserting a rubber plug can fix the issue in just three minutes. Nowadays, most passenger vehicles come equipped with tubeless tires.
