Where to Check the Production Date of Car Tires?

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Car tire production dates can be found on the DOT (Department of Transportation) marking embossed on the tire. The 11-digit alphanumeric code immediately following the DOT marking represents the tire's identification or serial number. The last four digits of this serial number indicate the production date of the tire. These four digits are divided into two parts: the first two digits represent the week of the year, and the last two digits represent the year. Tires are often used under complex and demanding conditions, enduring various deformations, loads, forces, and extreme temperatures while driving. Therefore, they must possess high load-bearing capacity, traction performance, and cushioning properties, along with excellent wear resistance, flex resistance, and low rolling resistance and heat generation.