With the early arrival of summer in many parts of Spain, temperatures reach 40 degrees, a heat that can affect tires. Sometimes, through ignorance or negligence, the condition of the tires is neglected and it is forgotten that they are the vehicle’s only point of contact with the road and vital to ensure driving safety.
temperatures reach 40º in many parts of Spain and the heat can erode tires. Sometimes, through ignorance or negligence, the condition of the tires is neglected and it is forgotten that they are the vehicle’s only point of contact with the road and vital to ensure driving safety.
The consequences of not replacing worn or damaged tires are very serious, both for our safety and for the vehicles around us. According to the Tire Manufacturers Association AFANE One of the positive consequences of good tire maintenance is fuel economy, as unnecessary consumption is avoided and environmental pollution is reduced. The European label gives us good information about these factors when buying the model that best suits our needs.
When the heat in the car becomes a death trap
There are several factors that compromise the safe operation of a tire. Drivers can perform routine checks, but you should also go to specialists if there is a problem or when it is time to replace it.
To perform proper tire maintenance, you can follow these tips:
• Check the tire pressure (always cold) to achieve the best vehicle performance. It should be done from time to time in order to drive better in our daily life, and always before a long journey. It should be taken into account that the pressure varies per vehicle, but also other factors such as the number of passengers, average speed or luggage have an influence. It is always advisable to circulate at the pressure recommended by the manufacturer for each circumstance.
• Check the tire pattern and wear, especially in the summer months, as the heat can cause the asphalt to reach temperatures of up to 70ºC. This increases tire wear. In addition, it is necessary to ensure that the tread depth of passenger car tires is not less than 1.6 mm, because not only does it lack the necessary safety guarantees, but it is not allowed by law to drive on the road.
• Adjust the balance. Driving on the wrong parallel road accelerates tire wear without the driver noticing in many cases. Some of the consequences are increased and irregular wear, less effective braking, more rolling noise and increased driving vibrations.
• Check the condition of the spare part. If the car has a spare wheel, it is very important to check its condition regularly. Nobody wants to get stuck in a tire breakdown in the middle of the road and wait for the crane to check it.
The new European tire label, which came into effect on May 1, 2021, to find out the values of efficiency, adhesion or noise of the covers. This way, when it comes time to replace them, you can choose the one that best suits the specific needs of the vehicle.
Source: La Verdad
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