Try to avoid exposing your tires to direct sunlight, or keeping them outdoors in any conditions (dry or wet) for extended periods of time. If you’re storing tires, keep them in the garage away from windows and direct sunlight, or indoors if at all possible. (See How to store tires for more tips and information.)
How to soften tyres?
The best way to soften the tyres is by using kerosene. Take some rags soaked in kerosene and cover the tyres with it. It is best to be done two to three days before the race. Now wrap the tyres in foil and do not remove it until the day of the race. Using this technique will soften the rubber to get the desired traction or grip.
How do I keep my tires from drying out?
This heats up the tires and keeps the rubber from drying out too much. If you expect to have the vehicle sit for an extended period of time, consider investing in a car cover or wheel covers to keep harmful UV rays from damaging your vehicle’s tires. Step 3: Clean your tires.
Do you need to soften your old tires?
Tires can get hard and dry, which affects their performance on the road. In this situation, drivers, especially racecar drivers, use different products to soften tires in preparation for races. On the other hand, some people want to soften their old tires to recycle them for other uses in the home.
How can I make my tires look better?
Spend some time cleaning and treating your tires to give your car’s appearance an extra pop using cleaners, clear coats or gels designed specifically to make your tires look as good as the rest of your car. Use dish soap or a cleaner designed for tires. There are a number of products designed specifically to clean your tires.
Do softer tires wear faster?
Softer tires are going to grip the road better, which will provide more traction and improve braking. However, softer tires will also wear down faster and be more vulnerable to road hazards such as potholes and gravel.
Are Harder tyres faster?
Soft tyres are the fastest but wear out quickly (you will need to pit stop earlier). Hard tyres are slower but last longer. Medium tyres are a combination of Soft and Hard tyres, their speed and duration between the two.
