Generally, drivers in Arizona make use of the roads each day with little cause for concern. Unfortunately, accidents can happen and nobody is immune from these. Sometimes, road traffic accidents are completely unavoidable. At times, the cause of a collision is solely based on errors from another driver. However, one aspect that contributes to a significant number of accidents is vehicle malfunctions. In fact, research suggests that vehicle malfunctions contribute to more than 20% of traffic collisions in the United States.
Tires play a pivotal role in both the safety and comfort of road users. Nonetheless, tires can be faulty, and defective tires present a serious risk of injury to those utilizing the roads. Outlined below are some of the more common safety risks associated with defective tires.
Increased stopping distances
Wear and tear on your tires can significantly impact your ability to stop. Even in optimal weather conditions, it can be difficult to brake in time and avoid a collision. If the weather is not on your side and you have faulty tires, the chances of being injured in an accident increase exponentially.
Tire blowouts
If your tires are not correctly inflated or are suffering from defects, it is possible that they could blow out. When in motion, if a tire blows out, you will most likely lose control of the vehicle altogether. If you are traveling at higher speeds, this could result in a catastrophic accident.
Risk of fires
It may come as a surprise, but underinflated tires can produce significant amounts of heat when in operation. A build-up of heat can result in material catching fire, which puts drivers in serious risk of physical harm.
What can be done?
It might be best practice to check your tires each time you embark on a journey. Routine inspections of tires could mean that you are able to spot defects early, before hitting the road. If you have been injured in a vehicular collision in Arizona, then you may be able to pursue a legal case for compensation.
