What to Do When There Are Fine Cracks on the Outer Side of Car Tires?

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DelReed
07/29/25 5:55pm
Cracks are minor and can be used normally when they are slight. If there are many deep cracks, then it is necessary to replace the new tires. The normal life of tires is generally three years. For those who drive frequently, it is recommended to replace the tires every two years. Harder tires and more wear-resistant tires are more prone to cracking. Common abnormal wear includes the following types: 1. Early wear in the central part of the tire: The main reason is excessive inflation. Properly increasing the inflation of the tire can reduce the rolling resistance of the tire and save fuel. When the inflation is too large, it not only affects the shock absorption performance of the tire but also causes excessive deformation of the tire, reducing the contact area with the ground. Normal wear can only be borne by the central part of the tread, forming early wear. If wide tires are selected on narrow rims, it will also cause early wear in the central part. 2. Excessive wear on both sides of the tire: The main reasons are insufficient inflation or long-term overload driving. When the inflation is small or the load is heavy, the contact area between the tire and the ground is large, causing both sides of the tire to come into contact with the ground and participate in work, forming early wear. 3. Excessive wear on one side of the tire: The main reason is the misalignment of the front wheel positioning. When the camber angle of the front wheel is too large, the outer side of the tire forms early wear. When the camber angle is too small or absent, the inner side of the tire forms early wear.
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