For many drivers the emergency tire may not be important, but if you hit a bad road it can be vital to save you from a flat tire.
It is important to remember that the emergency tire is designed for occasional and temporary use, never as a permanent replacement. These and other unknown data must be considered by drivers to avoid accidents and fruitless expenses. “Generally, these types of tires are kept in a reserved area of the vehicle, sometimes in the trunk, under the vehicle or outside the tailgate, without use for long periods. Replacing the fixed wheels when they suffer a puncture or burst is their main function, so it is vitally important that they are always in good condition and that they are used correctly, since they are tires with different characteristics and special care”, explains Carlos. Cruz, Commercial Manager of Hankook Tire.
Types of emergency tires:
● exact rim. This type of tire is exactly the same as the ones on the car, with identical characteristics: size, height, tread and brand. With this type of emergency tire, it is possible to circulate freely, that is, there is no limit to the mileage of use, however, it is not recommended to leave it permanently since its level of wear is different, which can affect the other wheels.
● Biscuit type rim. A biscuit-type emergency tire differs from a normal one by its size. Generally, they are smaller than other tires and do not have the same tread and size characteristics, with the aim of not taking up much interior space in the trunk. When using it, it is important to watch your speed and not drive more than 80 kilometers per hour, as well as not travel long distances. This type of tire is usually used in compact sedan-type cars because it has a reduced storage space.
● Compact temporary tire. This type of tire has the same dimensions as the original rims and rims because they are exclusively designed to move the vehicle to the repair shop or to a place where the normal tire can be put back on. It is characterized by a lighter and thinner construction, as well as having a lighter tooling, in order to reduce the weight of the car and improve its gasoline consumption, in addition to facilitating installation. In general, they can only travel no more than 80 kilometers and without exceeding them.
Emergency tire care
● Since it is not used frequently, it is best to carry out periodic reviews, in order to verify that it is in good condition for when it is required.
● It is advisable to replace it after 5 years, since some materials generally degrade after this time.
● Check the space where the emergency tire is stored to verify that there is no moisture, as this can accelerate the natural decomposition process of some materials.
● Every vehicle must have an emergency tire and items necessary to change tires. The tools for changing the tire are: jack, type L or cross wrench. (YO)
Source: Eluniverso
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