If a tyre on your vehicle has recently lost its tread, you'll certainly be in the market for a new one. However, you'll want to know how and why this happens so that you can, if possible, avoid such a recurrence. So, what do you need to know about this disconcerting and potentially dangerous type of event?

How Tyres Are Made

It helps to understand how tyres are made in the first place. While the process is very technical, it basically involves adding multiple layers of rubber to a wire "frame" using very high-quality adhesives and a specific curing process. During that procedure, the outer and largest layer of rubber (the tread) has to be carefully bonded to the metal frame, and, on rare occasions, this can lead to some issues.

Manufacturer Defect

Although it is highly unlikely, a flaw or a defect could arise during the manufacturing process, ultimately leading to failure. It's much more likely that the issue can be traced to improper use or unexpected damage.

Accidental Damage

Sometimes, a driver may accidentally run into a deep pothole at speed or strike a curb. These events can cause structural damage to the tyre, which will often appear in the shape of a bubble or bulge. If this deformation occurs high on the sidewall and close to the tread layer, problems can certainly arise. The tread might actually part company with the rest of the tyre, often at high speed and without warning.

Proper Maintenance

Sometimes, drivers will fail to maintain the tyres and will drive them with too much or too little air, which can lead to overheating and may cause the sidewalls to flex. The tyres could wear down more quickly and could fail, once again without any previous warning.

Regular Inspection

To avoid the threat of tyre delamination, get into the habit of conducting a visual check. Look closely at the sidewall on both the inside and outside of each tyre. If you can see any cracking, bulging, or other defects, you should talk with a tyre fitter. Also, carry a high-quality pressure gauge with you and always ensure that your tyres are properly inflated. You can find the correct information in your owner's manual or on a plate that is typically mounted within the car's door frame.

More Information

If you need any further advice, talk everything through with your tyre fitter when you pick up your replacement.

For more information on new tyres, contact a company near you.

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