Today's KNOWLEDGE Share : Understanding Tyre Wear Patterns

Today's KNOWLEDGE Share

🛞 Understanding Tyre Wear Patterns – What Your Tyres Are Trying to Tell You

Tyre wear isn’t just about age — it’s a story your vehicle tells about its alignment, suspension, and driving habits. Recognizing these wear patterns early can save you money and keep you safer on the road.

Here are the most common types of tyre wear and what they mean 👇

🔹 Toe Wear

If you notice one edge of the tyre ribs wearing faster than the other, it’s often a sign of incorrect wheel alignment. This uneven contact means your tyres aren’t meeting the road evenly. A proper alignment can restore balance and even out wear.

🔹 Camber Wear

When one side of the tyre (inner or outer) is more worn, that’s camber wear — often caused by misaligned suspension or excessive cornering. It reduces stability, especially at high speeds or turns. Alignment and balancing usually fix this issue.

🔹 Center Wear

If the middle of your tyre tread is wearing faster than the edges, your tyres are likely overinflated. Too much air pressure causes the centre to bulge, reducing contact with the road edges. Check and adjust pressure to manufacturer specifications.

🔹 Edge Wear

The opposite of centre wear — this happens when tyres are underinflated, causing the edges to carry more load and wear out quickly. Underinflation also increases rolling resistance and fuel consumption.

🔹 Patch Wear

Uneven patches of smooth and rough tread usually mean tyre imbalance. The tyre may be bouncing slightly instead of maintaining consistent contact with the road. Get your tyres rebalanced, especially after new installations.

🔹 Cup Wear (Scalloping)

This looks like a series of dips or “cups” along the tread. It’s a serious sign that your suspension components are worn or damaged, causing uneven pressure on the tyres. Fixing the underlying suspension issue is essential before replacing the tyres.

💡 Pro Tip: Regular tyre inspection, rotation, and alignment checks not only extend tyre life but also improve handling, fuel economy, and overall safety.

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source : Farhan Khan