The tire’s chemicals change with time, depending on how they are stored and used. They also lose their original properties over time like many consumables. Precautions and frequent checks can help prolong the life expectancy of your tire.
According to the Japanese Automobile Tire Manufacturers Association’s (JATMA), “If used or unused (including spare-spare), tires for passenger cars or light commercial vehicles exceed 10 years after date of manufacture, they must be replaced with the so called, even though they don’t have any visible damage or deformation.”
JATMA recommends that all tire owners consider and follow the recommendations of their car manufacturer in the vehicle owner’s manuals. You can prolong the life and quality of your tire by taking a few steps.
Tire Life Extension Advice
1. Your first and most important step in extending your tire’s life is to inspect them daily. To determine if there are any foreign substances in your tires, check if they have swelled or punctured. Also, inspect your air pressure to make sure it is not too low. Do not forget to take your vehicle to an authorized service center in such cases.
2. At least once per month, check all of your tires, even the spares. You will get the best performance out of your tire, and a safer ride.
3. Tire pressure control is a matter of timing. The morning is the best time to do your pressure control. Your tires will have the highest pressure value if they are not in use and have cooled.
4. Be aware of uneven wear. Uneven wear is when there is more wear on one tread section than the other. Tire wear can be avoided by maintaining equal pressure and balancing your tires regularly.
5. You should check your tire’s tread depth regularly. The protrusion between grooves between tread and sidewalls can be used to determine when your tire needs to be changed. You should change your tire if the tread thickness and ratio is lower than a reasonable one.
6. Do not overload your vehicle beyond its maximum capacity. Any load greater than the vehicle’s capacity will wear your tire and reduce its lifespan.
7. “Every road has a tire.” Don’t forget his statement. You can use tires that are appropriate for road conditions and seasonal changes. However, you must also take precautions to ensure a safe ride and a reliable vehicle.
8. Speed is not your friend. Tire wear, tread and tread damage can be caused by exceeding the speed limit. Be sure to maintain the cruising speed.
9. Maintaining your tires is a must. Make sure to take your tires to authorized dealers for regular maintenance. Properly maintained tires will give you more performance and last longer.
10. Your tires should be placed correctly to ensure maximum efficiency, and a comfortable ride. It is possible to ensure your vehicle tires are rotated at an authorized service center every 5000km. Make sure to adjust the rod and balance after the rotation adjustment.
11. You should have any vehicle tires older than 5 years examined, even if there have been no problems. Avoid potential dangers by having your vehicle tires inspected at least once per year at an authorized tire dealer.
12. Your spare tire can be used at low speed and underload in an emergency to reduce the risk of injury.
