Will driving over a large stone damage the tires?

[OJoshua]

Driving over a stone can indeed damage the tires, and the following scenarios may occur: tire blowout, which would require tire replacement; the vehicle may veer off course; collision with barriers, nearby vehicles, or pedestrians; the stone may get stuck in the tire, causing long-term damage; or the stone may be flung away. Below are precautions to take when parking with a stone under the tire: 1. Pressure damage: Parking with a stone under the tire can cause pressure damage. If the tire rests on a foreign object for an extended period, certain points or areas of the tire will endure significantly more pressure than others, which is highly undesirable. Additionally, the imbalance in force distribution among the four wheels can lead to uneven stress on the suspension and other supporting components, which is also problematic over time. 2. Prevention: Always choose a suitable parking surface to minimize impact between the tire and the road, preventing damage to both mechanical parts and the tires. Slow down and park on flat, clean, oil-free ground to avoid stones pressing against the tires or exposing them to oil contaminants.