Cupped tires are usually a sign of: Loose, worn, or bent shock absorbers/suspension parts. Unbalanced or runout tires. Misaligned wheels. Poor-quality tires.
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Why Tire Sidewalls Turn Brown and How to Prevent It
Tire sidewalls turn brown mainly because of an element added to the rubber called antiozonant. It saves tires from premature drying and cracking due to the process of oxidation. Tire browning is usually called blooming. It’s a continuing process that can be prevented by thoroughly cleaning and protecting the tires.
Tire Squeal When Turning Corners: Causes and Solutions
You can hear a tire squeal when turning corners if: They are underinflated. They are worn out or wear unevenly. The wheels are misaligned. There’s an issue with the wheel, steering, and/or suspension elements.
All Car Tires Lose Air Over Time: Find Out Why
All car tires lose air over time, and there are normal and abnormal causes for it.
Why Do My Car Tires Sound Loud?
If your car tires sound loud, there may be two kinds of causes: normal and abnormal. The normal causes include: Tire type, size, and tread peculiarities. Road conditions. Driving conditions and habits.
Front Tires Wear on Outside Edge: Causes and Solutions
Front tires wear on outside edge due to wheel misalignment. It may be caused by the suspension moving out of its proper position, however, other car parts may be the reason.
Why Are My Back Tires Cupping?
Back tire cupping occurs due to one of the following reasons: Worn shock absorbers or suspension parts Wheel misalignment Tire imbalance or runout Poor quality of tires.
Why Your Tire Loses Air Slowly and How to Fix It
Any tire loses air slowly at the rate of 1-3 psi a month due to osmosis. However, a stronger leak may be the result of the following issues: Wheel elements damage Tire damage Temperature change.
Tire Sidewall Blowout: What Causes it and How to Deal with It
Tire sidewall blowout may occur because of: Under-inflation Overload Tire wear (especially uneven) Damage Age Manufacturing defects. According to the National Transportation Safety Board report, around 33,000 accidents happen annually because of tires. At least 2,000 of them are sidewall blowout-related, so it’s critical to know why the issue may occur.