Winter tires - check if they are fit for use.
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Before putting winter tires on a car that has stood in a garage or workshop for six months, let's check their technical condition. Riding on old tires in winter is no less dangerous than on summer ones.
Polish drivers are increasingly aware of the benefits of replacing summer tires with winter ones. However, not everyone is aware of the fact that tires must be in good technical condition in order for them to bring only benefits.
See also: Winter tires - when to change, which one to choose, what to remember. Guide
However, it is not easy to determine for yourself whether the tires are still fit for use. The tread depth is usually taken into account, and if it is more than 1,6 mm, we believe that the tires can still serve us. However, automotive experts claim that tire performance drops sharply at depths below 4mm.
Car tire - a product for special tasks
Contrary to appearances, the tire is a very complex and technologically advanced product. It is the only vehicle element that has direct contact with the road surface and complies with a number of technical approvals of the vehicle manufacturer. It is responsible for acceleration and braking, traction control, noise levels and compliance with exhaust emission regulations.
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Bearing in mind the fact that the contact of one tire with the surface is no larger than the surface of an adult's hand, we must remember that their technical condition cannot be overestimated. Any negligence, both operational and service, reduces the level of driving safety and can lead to serious consequences.
– Each mechanical damage to the tire leads to almost irreversible changes.
in its design and therefore in its driving performance. Repairing tires with high speed indexes after being punctured with a sharp object, such as a nail, should be considered as an emergency solution, says Jan Fronczak, Motointegrator.pl expert.
See also: All-season tires lose to seasonal tires - find out why
Mechanical cutting of the umbilical cord, a symptom of which is, among other things. lateral buckling can also be caused by a sudden collision with a protruding obstacle, curb or run over
in a road pit, which is not in Poland. Worse still, the symptoms of such a serious defect can show up on the inside of the tire, unnoticed by drivers. That is why it is very important to regularly undergo technical inspection at a specialized service center.
Good service is key
The technological development of tires goes hand in hand with the dynamic development of the automotive industry.
and complete sets of wheels. This is why tire fitting is getting smaller
in small yard vulcanization points not equipped with professional tools. The qualifications of the mechanics are also important.
– One of the most serious maintenance mistakes is to release a damaged tire from movement after a loss of pressure, which causes delamination, deformation and cracking. Another neglect is damage to the tire bead, which is responsible for the correct fit.
in the rim for optimum performance and sealing. Such damage should make the tires unusable,” explains Fronczak.
See also: Winter tires - drivers have already decided to change tires
Things get even more complicated when integrated wheel systems require maintenance.
consisting of rim, tire and pressure regulator. Their work on devices that are not adapted to this most often leads to damage to individual elements of the entire system. As a result, this can lead to a sudden loss of tire pressure and, as a result, loss of control over the vehicle.
It also happens that mechanics underestimate a seemingly insignificant valve, and this is the element responsible for maintaining the desired pressure in the wheel. In addition, when moving, it is subjected to high loads, which constantly weaken it. A damaged valve causes a sudden loss of pressure, often leading to catastrophic vehicle behavior. An integral part of the rims also requires careful handling. The correct and, therefore, safe operation of tires directly depends on the technical condition of the disks.
Check the prices for winter and summer tires on the sites regiomoto.pl and motointegrator.pl.
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