Where can I check the tire production date?
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The production date of a tire can be found on the tire sidewall markings. The last four digits following the letters DOT indicate the tire's production date. The first two digits of the tire sidewall markings represent the week of the year, while the last two digits indicate the year. The production date of a tire should not exceed three years. Since the main material of tires is rubber, tires older than three years have already begun to age, and using aged tires poses safety risks. Tire replacement cycle: The service life of car tires is four years or 80,000 kilometers, whichever comes first. If there are more than five damages, early replacement is required. If there is one damage on the sidewall, replacement is necessary. If you frequently drive on poor road conditions and the tire wear is severe, early replacement is advised. Tire maintenance: Regularly check tire pressure, avoid hitting obstacles, stop using tires when they wear down to the wear indicator marks, ensure proper wheel alignment and balancing, protect tires from damage by sunlight, oil, and acid carbon compounds, and frequently rotate the tires.