What is rubber tires made of?

Answer 1

Because, rubber is a specific type of polymer called an elastomer: a large molecule that can be stretched to at least twice its original length and returned to its original shape. Early forms of rubber had many gluelike properties , especially in hot weather. In cold temperatures, rubber became hard and brittle. It was only after an accidental discovery b y Charles Goodyear in 1839 that modern rubber became possible.

Since that time, rubber has become an important natural polymer in society. We make rubber from rubber trees (natural latex) and from oil (synthetic rubber). We use both types of rubber in many products. Like the Mesoamericans (Aztecs and Mayans) before them, athletes and children today play with rubber balls. Of course, the most common use for rubber is in automotive tires. But pencil erasers, shoes, gloves, dental dams and condoms contain the ubiquitous substance, too. In many products, rubber is added as a protective coating for either weatherproofing or shockproofing.

Ravinder Dahiya (Mechanical Er.)

Answer 2

Most tires are made of rubber. it has good characteristics (soft, grippy, don't wear too fast, not that expensive etc) for the purpose.