Common misconceptions about car tires.

According to statistic car tires are the most ignored part of the car. Many drivers do not understand the rules of its proper use, they guided by incompetent advice. But now we are going to dissolve all these misconceptions. We will base on the opinion of experts - tire manufacturers.

Misleading № 1. The wheel alignment camber should be done only when changing tires.

In fact, whether you change tires or not, the wheel alignment camber is necessary to do at least once a year or every 10000 km.

Misleading № 2.  The rear tires of the front-wheel-drive cars are not so important, it is more important to have the fresh ones in the front.

To change all tires at the same time is an ideal scenario, in that case, a tread wear will be the same everywhere. For the same purpose, it is necessary to swap tires locations every 10000 km.

However, if you want to change only two tires, you will need to change them on the rear axle. Why on the back axle? Because it ensures the stability of the car, the best control over it, especially on wet road pavement. The deep treads of new tires will prevent aquaplaning and allow wheels to dry faster. Aquaplaning - is a loss of tire grip on a damp road.

Misleading № 3. If you do not know what is the correct pressure for your tires - look at the tire - it's indicated on its side.

The admissible tire pressure is indicated on the sides of the tire. The truth is, that tires must be pumped according to the car manufacturer's recommendations. This information is indicated on the doorstep of the driver's door, or in the vicinity of the fuel tank door.

Misleading № 4. Tire caps prevent wheels from deflating.

It is a myth. Caps are necessary as a cover from dirt and moisture, but the tires, eventually, will be deflating. It is necessary always control pressure there. TPMS sensors will help you to control tire pressure. Some cars are already equipped with such sensors from the factory. For those who do not, there is a wide choice of such devices in the market. Our recommendation is inside the tire TPMS sensors, which are more practical. They can also be used in cooperation with SMARTY Trend Android head unit.

Misleading № 5. You can use a spare tire as long as a regular one.

A spare tire is a temporary solution. A spare is less wear-resistant and controlled, so it should be replaced in the shortest time as possible. It is also needed to check the pressure in the spare tire periodically, it can decline with time.

Misleading № 6. The road adhesion is better with low-profile tires.

No Actually, the rubber composition and tread pattern are influencing on the adhesion with the road, but not the height of the tire.

Misleading № 7. The wider the rubber, the better the adhesion with the road surface.

But not always. Yes, it is true, for summer. But in winter, such tires can't cut the snow, that is why the response of vehicle decreases.

Misleading № 8.  You need to pump your tires when driving on stony terrain.

In a reality, you need to do an opposite action, as the pumped tire could simply blow out when it meets with the pointy stone.

Now you know what do you need to check. Thanks to our article, you can easily understand whether your tires operating properly or not.