The rainy season is one of the most critical periods for freight transport. Slippery roads, reduced visibility, and sudden braking combine with tons of weight, turning tires from a routine component into a key element for operational safety and logistical performance.
This guide shares essential recommendations to minimize risks, avoid unexpected stops, and protect your investment on the road.
1. Check the Condition of Your Tires Before Every Trip
- Tread Depth (Tire Tread Pattern):: Debe ser It must be at least 3 mm.A worn tread pattern reduces the tire’s ability to channel water away, significantly increasing the risk of skidding.
- Visual Inspection:Look for cracks, sidewall cuts, bulges, or uneven wear. These signs may indicate potential structural failures.
- Tire Age:Even with low mileage, tires that are more than 5 years old may have compromised materials due to aging, increasing the risk of failure during operation. 5 años pierden elasticidad, especialmente bajo lluvia y carga pesada.
2. Maintain the Correct Pressure According to Load and Route
the Incorrect Pressure It can lead to:
- Low Pressure:Causes excessive flexing of the tire, increases rolling resistance, and accelerates wear on the shoulders—compromising safety and efficiency. aquaplaning.
- High Pressure:It also reduces the contact patch and increases braking distance.
Check Tire Pressure Weekly with cold tires use real-time pressure monitoring sensors to detect fluctuations immediately and prevent incidents.
3. Avoid Hydroplaning — The Silent Threat in Freight Transport
When the tread pattern fails to evacuate water, the truck literally floats over the road surface.
To prevent it:
- Reduce speed when driving through areas with standing water.
- Avoid sudden maneuvers and hard braking.
- If it happens, Do not brake, Keep the steering wheel steady and gradually release the accelerator.
4. Perform Regular Tire Rotation, Alignment, and Balancing
- Rotation: Cada 8,000 a 10,000 kmThese tasks should be scheduled based on actual wear patterns detected through telemetry, not just mileage or time intervals.
- Alignment and Balancing: Imprescindibles para mantener estabilidad, consumo uniforme y evitar vibraciones peligrosas, sobre todo en caminos mojados.
5. Consider Rain-Tread Tire Designs
For fleets that operate constantly in rainy regions or on poor-quality roads, investing in tires with:
- Deep Drainage Grooves,
- Soft, High-Traction Compounds and
- Anti-Hydroplaning Technology
…can significantly improve safety and performance during the wet season.
6. Don’t Forget the Spare Tire
Check Its Condition and Pressure, Remember that changing a tire in the middle of a rainstorm involves stress, reduced visibility, and urgency—so your spare must be in optimal condition and ready for immediate use. A damaged or poorly maintained spare tire is not an option.
Conclusion
In freight transport, every minute counts and every kilometer has a cost. Tires are not just another component: they are the foundation that supports safety, efficiency, and on-time deliveries on every route..
Investing time in inspecting, rotating, and choosing the right tire during the rainy season can prevent:
- can prevent costly accidents,
- logistical losses,
- and damage to your service’s reputation.
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