Suspension & Steering (A4)Question 37 of 120
Cupping or scalloping tire wear is most commonly associated with:
a.Worn suspension dampers or unbalanced wheels
b.Excessive toe-in
c.A slipping clutch
d.Over-torqued lug nuts
Explanation
Cupping, a series of dips around the tread, results from the tire bouncing due to worn shocks/struts or from imbalance. It usually comes with a noise that changes with speed. Correcting the damper or balance issue and rotating tires helps.
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