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Tyres >Help >Tyres Help > Why do tyres crack?
Tyres crack for several reasons - such as over exposure to the elements, old age, and poor maintenance.
How can tyre cracking be prevented?
To prevent tyre cracking, it's essential to look after your tyres. Make sure to do regular tyre pressure check and ensure that you keep them inflated to your vehicle manufacturer's recommended levels.
It is also important that you rotate the tyres your on your car regularly. Moving them between axles. This helps to promote even wear on all 4 tyres.
Put your tyres with the most amount of grip on the rear axles to provide a greater performance.
If you are not sure how to rotate your tyres yourself, you can have this performed by a tyre fitter.
Where possible avoid driving on rough roads or poorly maintained roads. Potholes can cause damage to your tyres.
Finally, when they are not in use, storing your tyres in the correct way can help to prevent any cracking. Store them in a cool and dry location. Avoid direct sunlight and heat sources
When should you replace cracked tyres?
Cracks weaken the tyre, making it more prone to blowouts and other dangerous situations. If you have large cracks this will also lead to an MOT failure.
Once you begin to see cracks appearing you should have them replaced as soon as possible.