Tires in any vehicle play an important role. They let you enjoy a safe and smooth ride by keeping your car moving smoothly. They help support the vehicle on load by allowing you to steer accurately. They transmit traction, brake force to the road surface and absorb shocks. In fact, tires help in the overall function of your vehicle.
But due to improper tire inflation, alignment, and balancing, tires wear unevenly. Some more reasons for uneven tire wear that you may be unaware of are overinflation, underinflation, a worn-out suspension.
So, visually checking tires is important. It signals you towards any problem that could result in an accident. As a car owner, you should be aware of the causes behind premature tire wear and take the proper measures to protect your tires as well as your vehicle.
Below are the common causes of Uneven Tire Wear.
Inner and Outer Tire Wear
Are your vehicle tires wearing excessively on outer or inner edges? If so, this may be a sign of some defects with the tire alignment. The inner and outerwear of tires are most commonly referred to as toe or camber wear. The tire wear of this type occurs when the tread wears quicker than the other. This happens because:
- Misalignment of your wheels and tires
- Wheels are leaning too much one side too much
These issues can create problems with your suspension, steering, and overall safety, in addition to tire wear. To handle this particular situation, you need to visit a local car repair center or wheel alignment solution provider to have your vehicle inspected for potential alignment issues.
Center Tire Wear
Are the centers of your car tires wearing down faster than the outer edges? This shows that tires in your vehicle have to bear too much pressure or they are overinflated.
In such a case, the center of the tire starts touching the road more than the outer edges. This leads to excessive center wear. Accurate tire pressure is crucial to proper tire wear. If you are not sure what the proper tire pressure is for your vehicle, give us a call and talk to our experts. We are a leading tire repair service provider and will fix your tire issue. Or, you can have a look at the owner’s manual and adjust the tire pressure accordingly. Therefore, you will be able to prevent any potential blowouts and the risk of premature tire damage.
Edge Tire Wear
If the outer perimeter edge of the tire is wearing too much and even faster than the center of your tires, this is an indication of underinflation. In such a case, the outer edges of the tires remain in more contact with the highway than the center of the tires. This causes the perimeter edges of the tires wear down faster. Further, the underinflated tires may damage your car suspension or knock out the alignment of the front end.
To avoid the situation:
- Inflate your tire to the recommended tire pressure.
- Regularly check your tire pressure and ensure they are neither overinflated nor underinflated.
- Also, keep a watchful eye on excessive wear on the edges of just two of your tire.
With perimeter edge tire wear, you may experience improper rotation of tires or hard cornering. In general, your vehicle tires should undergo rotation every 6,000 to 8,000 miles or every six months, whichever comes first. Proper tire rotation will promote and even treat wear and extend their life.
Cupping Tire Wear
Cupping is a type of tire issue in which a vehicle tire tread moves from high to low in random spots. If there are dips (cupping) here and there in the tire tread, the problem is likely a damaged suspension. Think whether your vehicle has been bouncing up and down and taking bums harder than usual lately. Have you recently hit a pothole or curbed relatively hard?
If your car is not riding smoothly, it may be that suspension has worn out or a part of the suspension system has gotten bent. Such an issue results in the cupping of your tires. In this case, you need to immediately schedule an appointment with a local car repair service center.
Recommendation
If you see uneven tread wear on your tire or need rotation, contact Limitless Tires. We are an experienced tires and wheel services company. We ensure your car tires are in good condition and can sustain wear and tear. Note that tires may wear unevenly depending on the season and environmental condition.
