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20,000 kilometres have been driven.

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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