JAKARTA, NOVEMBER 2024, Tires are one of the vital components of a car. This is because accidents often occur due to tire blowouts. Pay close attention to this part, including when it comes to replacing tires. 

In reality, Daihatsu friends need to look at the condition of tire usage. If the car is used every day with a fairly long route, then Daihatsu friends must pay attention to the physical condition of the tires. This is very important for safety.

Pay attention to these 4 signs as indicators for replacing car tires.

• Worn, Cracked, and Wavy Tire Surface

Worn tires due to thinning, cracked from high temperatures, or wavy due to wear can affect the car's balance while driving. As a result, the car may sway more often, and this can endanger safety if a tire suddenly blows out at high speed.

• Side Wall of the Tire Shows Bulges

The side wall of the tire is also an important indicator of when it's time to replace car tires. It should be noted that a common cause of bulges in tires is due to broken threads or wires in the tire's construction.

This means that if Daihatsu friends find a bulge on the tire surface, the tire's durability has reached its limit. This is because the tire can no longer withstand air pressure, so it must be replaced quickly if you don't want to experience something bad on the road.

• Tread Touches the TWI Indicator Limit

Generally, on the center and edge of the car tire, Daihatsu friends will see a triangular indicator. This is the Tyre Wear Indicator (TWI), or a marker that shows whether a tire is worn out or not.

Through this sign, if the tread of the car tire in the center has touched the TWI indicator limit, it is advisable for Drivemate to take the time to replace the car tire because the tire surface is worn and more slippery.

• Tire Has Been Frequently Punctured

While driving, it is possible for the rubber of the car tire to come into contact with sharp objects that cause punctures. Fortunately, tubeless tires can be patched and reused in a short time.

However, remember! If the Drivemate tire has been patched multiple times, it is better to replace it with a new tire because the tire's strength has drastically decreased.