Question 3766
Does heat affect tire wear?
- No.
- Yes, they wear out more slowly.
- Yes, they wear out more quickly.
Show answer and explanation
Correct answer: Yes, they wear out more quickly.
Yes, they wear out sooner. A tire already heats up as it rolls, and high temperatures and hot asphalt make it even hotter, so it does not last as long. In the image, the passenger car is traveling along a road in full sun.