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The most common mistakes in the care

and use of your car's tyres

02 July 2025 – Tyres play a crucial role in the safety and performance of a vehicle. That's why it's
important not only to get the tyre right, but also to get it right, which is often not the case. In order
to get the most out of your car's ‘shoes’, Bridgestone, a global leader in premium tyres and
sustainable mobility solutions, reminds you of the most common tyre care mistakes and how to
avoid them.

Incorrect tyre pressure

Whether through carelessness or lack of knowledge, many drivers do not regularly check their tyre
pressure. This is not at all advisable: driving with a tyre pressure below that recommended by the
vehicle manufacturer can lead to premature tyre degradation (especially on the sidewalls), carcass
fatigue, a high risk of a blowout and increased fuel consumption. Nor should you drive with high
tyre pressure, above the recommended load: the rubber contacts the road less and loses grip,
premature degradation occurs in the central part of the tread and the vehicle's dynamic behaviour
is worse.

To avoid all these problems, it is best to check the tyre pressure (when cold) once a month or
before a long journey. The manufacturer's recommended tyre pressure is given in the vehicle
handbook.

Do not rotate tyres to extend tyre life

Front and rear tyres are subjected to different work and loads, so wear is very uneven. Rotation is
essential to achieve more even wear and thus increase the service life of all tyres. Even and regular
tyre wear on both axles of the vehicle contributes to increased safety on the road, the axles react

in a balanced way and the driver has better control of his vehicle. It is advisable to rotate them
between axles every 10,000 kilometres (or as stipulated by the manufacturer).

Excessive or uneven wear

Regardless of a tyre's service life, its tread depth should be checked from time to time. According
to the law, it must have a minimum tread depth of 1.6 mm, a legal limit that is referenced by the

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