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One of the most common questions we get from our customers is ‘Do I need to break in my new Tyres?’’ Our short answer: Yes. At AJAJ Tyres, we have a wide range of Tyres for Sale in Sydney for all different types of vehicles. We strongly recommend you to break in your Tyres for the best performance. Read on to find out how and why you must break in your new Tyres.
Get Rid of The Lubricant That Coats New Tyres
When Tyres are manufactured, a lubricant is used to prevent them from getting stuck to the moulds. This coating of lubricant can make new Tyres slippery. Ensuring you completely wear off this coating of lubricant will give you the best traction, allowing the Tyres to have proper contact with the road. This is one of the main reasons why Tyre Specialists recommend you to break in your Tyres.
You know how when you wear a new pair of running shoes, they tend to be stiff and unyielding? But with regular use, the shoes become more comfortable and moulds to fit your feet perfectly. The same is true for Tyres as well. New Tyres need to be broken in to allow the materials to become more malleable and start working better together with the car.
So, how does one go about breaking in new Tyres? Well, the best way to go about breaking in new Tyres is to take it easy on them for the first 500 to 600 kilometres or so. This is enough time for the lubricant to wear off and for the tyres to ‘settle in’ and perform better. Refrain from speeding or braking suddenly for that time period. It is also advisable to practice caution in wet weather conditions when driving with a new set of wheels.
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To find out about tyre prices and availability, get in touch with us at (02) 9793 9285.
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What does “breaking in” new tyres mean?
This refers to the process of driving gently (no hard accelerations, braking or cornering) for the first few hundred kilometres so that the tyre rubber, internal structure, and the mould-release lubricant settle and perform optimally. AJAJ Tyres
How many kilometres or miles do I need to drive before my new tyres are properly broken in?
Typically around 500 to 600 km is recommended for the break-in period. AJAJ Tyres
Why is it important to break in new tyres?
To remove the manufacturing lubricant that makes the tyres slippery. AJAJ Tyres
To allow the rubber and structure of the tyre to flex and adjust to real road conditions, improving traction and ride comfort. AJAJ Tyres
What driving practices should I avoid during the break-in period?
Avoid sudden braking, rapid acceleration, sharp turns, and high speeds. Also, be extra cautious in wet weather when the tyres are still in the break-in phase. AJAJ Tyres
Does tyre break-in affect tyre longevity or performance?
Yes — properly breaking in your tyres can help improve grip, traction, overall performance, and possibly extend their usable life by ensuring even wear and proper seating of the tyre components.
Do all tyres need breaking in (e.g. performance tyres, off-road tyres, etc.)?
Almost all new tyres benefit from a break-in period, including performance or speciality ones. However, the conditions under which you drive (terrain, load, speed) may affect how quickly they settle in.
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