Which tire condition should prompt a professional inspection?

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Which tire condition should prompt a professional inspection?

Watch for signs that a tire’s structure may be failing. Bumps, bulges, knots, exposed cords, or deep cuts in the tread or sidewall show the tire could fail suddenly. These defects mean the tire’s internal layers are compromised, which can lead to a blowout or a loss of control. That’s why they require a professional inspection before continuing to drive. Normal wear and tear can happen with use, but it isn’t an urgent structural failure. A bright paint on the rim is just cosmetic and doesn’t indicate tire safety. Tread depth greater than 6 mm is a sign of good traction and doesn’t by itself call for inspection.

Watch for signs that a tire’s structure may be failing. Bumps, bulges, knots, exposed cords, or deep cuts in the tread or sidewall show the tire could fail suddenly. These defects mean the tire’s internal layers are compromised, which can lead to a blowout or a loss of control. That’s why they require a professional inspection before continuing to drive.

Normal wear and tear can happen with use, but it isn’t an urgent structural failure. A bright paint on the rim is just cosmetic and doesn’t indicate tire safety. Tread depth greater than 6 mm is a sign of good traction and doesn’t by itself call for inspection.

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