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Auto makers warn tire safety margins drive load limits
U S officials report 50 car models carry tire reserve margins under 1 percent of loaded weight. Manufacturers defend margins as adequate while industry and consumer groups warn underinflation and overload trigger tire failure. details show varies by model, with Ford Torino 500 example and Renault Toyota and Chrysler figures. Experts urge maximizing reserve capacity and proper inflation to reduce blowouts.
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