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Deformed or damaged tyres:

It is also crucial to check the condition of tyres and rims from time to time, as they may be
deformed, damaged, cut or torn (as a result of impact with kerbs, potholes, etc.), which can

compromise their safety. If they are damaged in any way, a professional should be consulted
for possible replacement. If it is necessary to do so, remember that it is not advisable to install
tyres with different characteristics or levels of wear on the same axle.

Aging tyres:

Although tyres do not have an expiry date as such, depending on many factors, including

maintenance, exposure to oxidising agents, conditions of use, etc., they can lose some of their
performance over time. So, even if they still have tread, it is advisable to check the appearance

of the tyres at least once a month. From the 5th year onwards, we recommend an annual
check by a specialist, and in any case replace them when they are more than 10 years old.

Cracked, aged, cut rubber, etc. on a tyre can affect road safety.

To find out the date of manufacture of a tyre, simply look for the DOT code on the sidewall
marking. The last 4 digits of the DOT code, for example 1024, tell you the week and year of
manufacture.

Spare tyre:

One last piece of advice: remember the great forgotten item, the spare tyre, or failing that, the

puncture kit. Regularly check that it is in perfect condition and at the right pressure.

“From Bridgestone, taking into account these recommendations, we want to highlight the
importance of preventive maintenance of all the elements of our vehicle, especially the tyres.
These, together with the braking system (ABS), stability control (ESP or ESC), traction control

systems and power steering, form part of the key elements of the vehicle’s active safety.
Therefore, we recommend to always be alert and drive responsibly”, concludes Adrià Martínez,

Technical Department Engineer at Bridgestone.

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