Tread

– Heel and toe wear

Condition of damage

One side of the blocks and / or lugs on the tread wearing faster than the other side circumferentially like sawteeth

Causes

1. Tires are not rotated timely

2. Underinflation and / or overload

3. Sudden braking or rapid acceleration

Recommendations

1. Rotate tires timely before heel & toe wear becomes serious

2. Use tire under proper air pressure and load

3. Avoid rough driving

 

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