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Re:Long Life Vehicle by CamelCaseName on Monday December 31, 2018 @04:43PM (#18797227)
Is this because of the rubber drying out?

My understanding is that this is why tires need to be replaced after 5-6 years and are not safetiable thereafter. The dried out rubber is much harder than when it was first made and no longer grips the road as strongly.

Re:Long Life Vehicle by Aloha on Wednesday January 02, 2019 @02:39AM (#18804788)
Tires actually dry rot from ozone exposure, theoretically, if you store a tire in an airtight container - it won't have a problem.
Re:Long Life Vehicle by bluedino on Monday December 31, 2018 @07:10PM (#18798011)
If you drive 10-15,000 miles a year (about average), your tires will probably be bald anyway in 5-6 years
Re:Long Life Vehicle by Aloha on Monday December 31, 2018 @09:10PM (#18798467)
Yes, largely, the rubber hardens or has otherwise become worn