"Tyre Puncture: Why is it so annoying at times?"
"Tyres Wembley, Tyres Watford (650 Words)"
[ "Tyre Puncture: Why is it so annoying at times?A tyre puncture is the most common form of tyre failure.A tyre can develop a puncture at any time, though mostly during use. Puncturesbecome much more prevalent in winter as debris such as glass and flint becomeembedded in tyres, due to grit getting into the rubber.The exact location of a tyre punctureMost punctures occur on the outer circumference of thetyre tread or between/near tread blocks. Minor damage caused by foreign objectsmay go unnoticed for some time but can eventually lead to punctures if leftunrepaired. This is because cracks can be formed that move towards the tyre'sinner section under inflation pressure. As long as these remain within thetread depth, they are not an issue, but if they move outside the depth of thetread, then the Tyres Wembley willneed replacing.After effects of a tyre punctureThere are many reasons why a puncture may occur. Mosttyres that puncture do so in the tread/sidewall joint (bead). Tyres withdeformed side walls or which are out of balance can lead to this type offailure. Puncture repairs on non-tubeless tyres often seal this area quitewell, providing no structural damage to the sidewall or bead areaIf, however, there is any deformation visible afterremoving an embedded object (e.g. screw), then you should consider having yourtyre replaced rather than repaired. There may be internal damage causing thetyre to lose pressureTyres with worn or perished sidewalls will also becomemore prone to punctures as the rubber becomes thinner and deforms easily underinflation pressure; once again, this is an area best inspected at a specialisttyre fitting centre.Importance of a spare tyre in such situationsVery few spare tyres carry a repair patch (Which youshould carry out on your car). The reason for this is that repairing yourpuncture in the sidewall will only last temporarily, causing you discomfortuntil you can get to a garage to have your tyre replaced. If you can continuedriving after re-inflating your tyre without any speed reduction, then theremay not be enough of an issue with the tyre, but you half the speed and shouldhave your tyre replaced as soon as possibleIn short, you should always carry a spare tyre ratherthan a puncture repair kit, even if the puncture is in a non-structural area ofthe tyreWhen does it happen?Tyre punctures at any time are inconvenient, but they canbe especially problematic during winter months when road surfaces are much morelikely to be covered with debris such as glass, flint and other sharp objects.As these become embedded in your tyres their damage will go unnoticed untilthose sharp objects pierce the inner tube, causing a sudden loss of airpressure. The following video shows how quickly this can happen:Why does it occur in the first place?The most common causes for punctures are:;Underinflation -;Under inflation is the mostcommon cause of tyre failure. Not only does it lead to high-pressure damagesuch as wear and cracking, but underinflation also makes a tyre more prone topunctures. Suppose your tyres have a recommended pressure printed on them. Inthat case, this should be checked regularly against your current tyrepressures, which should be visible in the driver's door opening or the glovebox, the inside of both front doors or a pocket within each of them, the reardoorsIncorrect wheel fitment;- Tyres Watford;size plays an important role when consideringwhat wheels you fit in your car. Tyres with less tread depth may not besuitable for winter use and will wear quickly if used in wet weatherOld age -;As our tyres get older, they becomemore prone to damage due to their tread depth becoming lower and because rubberproducts will start to harden. This can lead to balance and cracking which areboth signs of some form of structural weakness in the tyreWheel alignment -;If your car's wheel alignmentis out, this could cause excessive forces within your tyres, leading to failureor making them more susceptible to damage. Every time you turn a corner, thereare forces on the outside edge of the tyre that is working against the centreline of the wheel itself; if these are too great, then it can result inhigh-pressure damage being caused, which may go unnoticed until it startsaffecting your steering and handling. For this reason, it is essential toensure that you have your wheels checked at least once a year for correctalignmentWheel damage -;If you have signs of impactdamage on the exterior of your wheel or are aware of any internal cracks orbulges, this should be checked immediately as it could lead to tyre failurevery quickly, primarily if the car has been driven with damaged suspensioncomponents. Damage can occur when hitting potholes, kerfs, dropping the car offramps etc... Even driving over poorly repaired roads can cause problems foryour tyres!" ]