Where to Check the Tire Date?
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Here is a related introduction on how to check the production date of car tires: 1. On the sidewall of the tire, there is a set of numbers. The last four digits of this marking provide information about the production date, consisting of four digits "AABB". The first two digits "AA" indicate the week of the year, and the last two digits "BB" indicate the year. 2. For example, if the last four digits of the DOT marking on the tire are 0807, it means the tire was produced in the 8th week of 2007, which is around late February 2007. The marking 1606 indicates a production date in the 16th week of 2006, which is around mid-April 2006.
I've driven several cars and always pay special attention to tire conditions because the date is related to aging risks. The inspection location is on the tire sidewall—you need to squat down or bend over to take a close look. Typically, there's a raised frame or text area near the wheel hub, ending with a four-digit code: the first two digits represent the week number (01 to 52), and the last two digits indicate the year (e.g., 24 means 2024). For example, 1919 means the tire was produced in the 19th week of 2019. Tires become brittle after six years of use, making them prone to slipping or even blowing out at high speeds. Once during maintenance, I found a tire with a seven-year-old date and immediately replaced it for peace of mind. I recommend checking this date every three months when washing your car by wiping off the dust. If it's hard to see, use your phone's flashlight to illuminate it. Developing this habit will ensure safer and more reliable driving.
