As there have recently been some comments on a previous tyre article, I thought I’d cover in brief something that could happen to an older tyre – cracking. It is self explanatory but it is simply the rubber of the tyre perishing, and cracks appearing therein.
Unfortunately, there’s no substitute or solution when you have cracks in a tyre and it’s simply a sign of age. Older tyres are far more likely to be showing some cracking.
As part of your regular vehicle checks, you should of course examine your tyres. If there is a significant amount of cracking in any of your tyres, you should consider whether it’s time for some new rubber.
It is impossible to give an estimate of how long a set of tyres should last – there are simply too many variables at play in order to give an accurate assessment. However, it pays to have your tracking checked regularly to ensure that all four wheels are correctly aligned.
Remember, damaged or overworn tyres are a sure way to get points on your license.
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