Tire safety

The demand for SUVs and Crossovers is constantly growing. Sorry for saying that, owners of coupes and sedans, but this is the truth according to the latest statistics. Consequently, the interest in all-season touring tires is also increasing year by year. These tires are designed to deliver superior comfort, year-round performance, and tread life durability. In this sense, the Dueler H/L Alenza Plus tires are one of the most remarkable offerings...

One of the smallest portions of a tire but with one of the most important roles. It is about tire shoulder, which all car specialists say is essential. In general, tire shoulders are the components that directly influence the stability of the car, especially while cornering. In the same context, these are indicators of a potential issue with the suspension system. Being in the most visible area of the tire, it is very easy to understand whether...

You know for sure that the time will come when you will have to replace your tires. You have to take this aspect into account from the moment you mount a new set of tires. With their regular use, they become thinner and more damaged over time. The question is: when do you understand that it's time to think about a new set? To be able to answer this question, it is necessary to regularly inspect the condition of the tires to estimate how much of their life is left.

One of the most frightening scenarios for a driver is for one of his tires to go flat during his ride. I am very curious to know what are the reasons that can influence a flat tire at the most inappropriate moment. From what I found out, the drivers themselves are one of the main causes of such cases. I mean, they don't take enough care of their tires. However, many times, a flat tire is possible even under conditions...

Tire manufacturers are paying incredible attention to their design. And the reason does not necessarily lie in their cosmetic appearance, although this is also relevant. Rather, their goal is the permanent improvement of the tires so that they can face the harsh conditions of the roads. Starting with the rubber component and ending with those varied designs of the treads, the tires are created to minimize any impact of water, snow, or ice on driving...

When I was a little guy, I thought that the design of the tire treads was just an element of tire aesthetics. It wasn't until I turned 16 that my father explained to me that, in fact, these are not accidental and that the manufacturers create them in order to add more performance to the car. From that moment, I started to study the subject much more deeply. Even today it fascinates me to listen to the manufacturers when they explain what is the essence of a certain tire design...

If you were to ask a car enthusiast what is the most important component of a tire, he will probably tell you its tread. But the answer is only partially correct. In fact, each of the tire components plays an important role. And it is not necessary to know everything about them. It is enough to only keep in mind their purpose and specifics so as to choose the best ones. Thus, we can choose the correct tires for our car in a much more efficient way.

When car enthusiasts buy a new car, they pay attention to everything, except the tires. For some reason, tires begin receiving attention precisely when something goes wrong. Either the traction of the vehicle decreases, or the engine begins to consume more fuel. In such situations, drivers ask themselves whether the issue is or is not related to the tires. Well, it is. And the way we take care of them directly contributes to the way the car behaves...

If you are somehow familiar with the vehicles' construction, you must have heard how important wheel alignment is. This term refers to a procedure that technicians do to your car to ensure the tires have a correct position on the road. The car runs much more efficiently and more stable when the tires have a correct alignment. Many of us have traveled at least once in a car, ours or someone else's, and heard a specific sound...

If you equipped yourself with a set of summer tires, good for you! You have made a good choice to give your car optimal traction and safe stability on the road in the hot season. We all know that tire manufacturers take into account the high summer temperatures when producing summer tires. I mean, for sure they add special components to make them more resistant to high temperatures. However, how dangerous is the summer heat for tires?...