What is the impact of widening tires by 10mm on a car?
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The specific impacts of widening tires by 10mm on a car are as follows: 1. Positive effects: The tires become more low-profile, making the vehicle appear more upscale; low-profile tires are beneficial for the vehicle to achieve higher speeds. 2. Negative effects: The tire radius decreases, reducing the ground clearance and slightly worsening the vehicle's off-road capability; wider tires increase the possibility of rubbing between the tires and the vehicle. Additional information: Other impacts: Replacing the car's tires with ones that are 10mm wider can increase the fuel consumption by approximately 0.5 to 1 liter per 100 kilometers. The exact increase in fuel consumption is closely related to the road conditions and the driver's habits. Wider tires increase resistance, leading to higher fuel consumption, but they also slightly alter the turning angle, improving handling.