Tire safety

If you read our previous post, you already know how crucial it is to take into account the ratings of your tires. These are the tire "business card" that makes you understand if they match your needs or not. Also, they make you understand what are the limits in pushing them harder or softer for your safety on the road. What we didn't cover in the previous article are the Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake and M+S tire markings.

In recent decades, car manufacturers have started to include tire pressure monitoring systems in their cars. This means that these cars automatically indicate that at least one of the tires is subject to pressure issues. The official name of the system is Tire Pressure Monitoring System, abbreviated TPMS, and its purpose is to make drivers aware of the potential risks associated with tire misbalances...

It is not enough to mount high-quality tires on your vehicle. They must also meet certain performance and safety criteria to have a safe drive anywhere and anytime. Tires are not only a component that helps the vehicle to move forward. These are the "connecting bridges" between the car and the pavement. The external structure of the tire is what establishes the grip on the road.

Without a doubt, electric vehicles are capturing an ever-increasing market. It seems that the advantages of range, reduced costs on fuel, and comfort are convincing reasons for drivers to switch to electric cars. However, like any other type of vehicle, EVs have tires with a certain shelf life. If your EV tires need replacement already, you must be very careful with choosing a suitable set.

Let's talk about the worst tire advice! The topic is critical both for the drivers' safety and for the tires' "health"! Unfortunately, many sources give wrong advice regarding the correct use of tires. Or, it may be that the neighbor, fellow, or some "know-it-all" guy recommends some tips that he is sure are the best. But what would a mechanic say if he knew you were applying these pieces of advice?

After choosing the vehicle, choosing the right tires for it is probably one of the most difficult tasks. Not only do you have to take into account the right size and lower rating, but you also have to choose the tread according to the road conditions and weather versatility. When picking the right tires for trucks and pickups, things become even more complex. These massive and powerful vehicles need the right tires...

Choosing the right tire is not as simple a task as it seems. This is more of a challenge for most drivers. Few of them manage to understand how important it is to choose a tire that properly corresponds to the weather and road conditions. Ironically, many end up criticizing the performance of the chosen tires without realizing that maybe they did not choose the right option for the conditions in which they drive most often...

"Tire socks" is a term that is becoming more and more popular among drivers and motorcyclists. Many know them as "Snowsocks" and they look like textile covers that would be used for their storage. But, they actually do not have the property of protecting the tires when you store them for a certain period of time. Instead, they have the role of increasing the traction and stability of the vehicle in winter conditions...

Road accidents are a real nightmare. Each driver sets off on the road being sure that he will reach his destination quickly, safely, and soundly. But the truth is that we can never be sure of this. Anything can happen on the road. Even if we are maximally cautious behind the wheel, another driver might not be, which can lead to an eventual accident with milder or more severe consequences...

Spring has finally arrived with its revival vibe! The days are getting brighter, the weather is getting warmer and the mood is getting better. With the warming of the weather, it is tempting to spend more time outside and go on small getaways with family or friends somewhere outside the city. For most of us, spring is associated with a dry, friendly, and lively season compared to tiring winters. However...