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What eco friendly chemicals can be used to soften auto racing tires?

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pkkart

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Mar 1, 2003
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What eco friendly chemicals can be used to soften auto racing tires?
 
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You cannot soften rubber after production/vulcanisation without affecting the characteristics of the tire.
Several solvents will make the tires swell and make them softer, but you actually need another rubber formulation.
 
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