Tires: From Wooden Wheels to Modern Cars

The video tutorial explores the evolution of tires, starting from their role in protecting wheels and enhancing vehicle comfort and control. It traces the history from ancient wooden wheels to the invention of pneumatic tires by Robert William Thompson and John Boyd Dunlop. The process of vulcanization by Charles Goodyear is highlighted as a key development, leading to more durable and waterproof tires. The tutorial concludes with the impact of tire advancements on modern transportation.

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