Quality between you and the road

Did you know that a car tyre is made up of many individual pieces rather than being moulded as one? In fact, the production process is quite complex, and the tyre will need to be pieced together carefully around a metal reinforced "cage" before the tread layer (the most important part) is attached. Why do you need to look after these tyres carefully and do your part to ensure that they are always in perfect shape to avoid compromising the tread layer?

Evidence Of Delamination

Have you ever driven along a busy motorway and come across a large, discarded part of a truck tyre? If you haven't, you've been lucky because it is not an unusual event on Australian roads. In this case, one of the many tyres fitted to that vehicle will have burst, and the outer tread layer will have detached from the rest of the rubber. This is known as "delamination", and as the tyre itself has overheated badly, the binding compound has failed, causing the tread layer to fall off.

Learning A Lesson

Clearly, lorry tyres need to put up with a lot more than their counterparts fitted to your car. But the same principle applies, and you need to ensure that your tyres do not overheat badly with that kind of result.

Working Conditions

To make sure that you avoid such issues, pay close attention to inflation. After all, the tyres are designed to work within certain parameters, and each one must be correctly inflated. You should keep an accurate tyre gauge on hand and check everything before each major journey. And remember, you cannot tell if a tyre is properly inflated simply by looking at it.

Consequences Of Incorrect Inflation

When a tyre is underinflated, it can quickly overheat should you drive at speed. This could lead to delamination or a blowout, but with simple attention to detail, you can avoid that risk. Also, remember that tyre tread depth is important, and you should look at the inbuilt indicators so that you are always compliant. After all, indicators will give you an advanced warning when you are getting close to the limit. When you inspect each tyre, be on the lookout for any other anomalies or excess damage as well.

Getting Replacements

If you have any questions about your current tyres or feel that they have worn down too far, get in touch with your tyre supplier for their help.