Choosing the right tires is the first step to your driving safety. This section encompasses practical and expert advice to keep you and your passengers safe on the road. Discover how to maintain proper tire inflation, how to spot signs of tire wear and tear, and handle critical situations like blowouts. With this guide, your driving experience will be protected and covered with confidence regardless of the conditions.
Published on: Friday, July 5, 2024 Last updated on: Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Road trips can be fun. Sometimes, they are boring or even annoying. But they can be dangerous, too. That’s why each driver needs to make sure he is properly prepared for a road trip. From packing essentials to full vehicle inspection, taking the right precautions helps to prevent unexpected breakdowns.
Published on: Monday, July 22, 2024 Last updated on: Wednesday, March 12, 2025
A flat tire's driven distance should not exceed a few hundred feet. Most tire makers including Pirelli and Michelin recommend against a longer distance just to park your vehicle in a safe area! And while doing that, you should only be driving slowly, which is no faster than 5 mph (8 km/h). Check the full article to know more about the distances covered in diverse conditions.
Published on: Thursday, July 25, 2024 Last updated on: Tuesday, March 11, 2025
The performance of winter tires is outstanding in severe winter conditions, slippery ice, and snow blocks. Tire manufacturers integrate a special rubber formula and a strategic architecture into them to grip the snow and ice, ensuring maximum safety and performance. Many drivers wonder if their use during the summer makes sense. The answer is a definite no,...
Published on: Monday, July 29, 2024 Last updated on: Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Tire performance depends on several factors such as tread design, internal construction, as well as the right size. These factors must complement each other for a highly-performant and safe use. Tread width is a crucial aspect in the context of tire size because it is one of those factors that determine the contact patch with the road, traction, and tire fuel efficiency.
Published on: Friday, August 16, 2024 Last updated on: Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Buying new tires is often a blow to every driver's budget, costing hundreds to even thousands of dollars. Every driver wants his tires to last as long as possible to make the investment worthwhile. Thus, proper care during the initial phase is imperative for ensuring future safety, performance, and tire longevity.
Published on: Monday, September 2, 2024 Last updated on: Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Correctly interpreting your vehicle’s wheel size is crucial for its safety and optimal performance. In this section, we will address this subject, particularly the rim size, which is an indispensable component of this topic. At the end of the article, you should know better why wheel and rim sizes matter, their particularities, and how should drivers choose the right size for the best vehicle performance.
Published on: Friday, September 27, 2024 Last updated on: Tuesday, March 11, 2025
The subject of recycling waste components is of major interest all over the world. The tire industry does not ignore the importance of waste management, especially considering that the amount of scrap tires reaches over 290 million annually, according to USTMA data. Today's article focuses on the importance of knowing what a US driver can do with used tires to minimize the environmental impact.
Published on: Monday, September 30, 2024 Last updated on: Tuesday, March 11, 2025
If you are at the crossroads of choosing between Michelin Premier and Defender this blog might be useful and interesting for you. All seasons tires are very popular due to their practicability and no need to be changed every season. With a lifespan of over 60,000-80,000 miles, they do their job for years.
Published on: Monday, September 30, 2024 Last updated on: Tuesday, March 11, 2025
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...
Published on: Friday, October 11, 2024 Last updated on: Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Vulcanized rubber is flexible and stretchable due to its crosslinked structure that is not contained in conventional polymers. However, it has the disadvantage of continuous degradation with long-term use. We all know that heat, especially during the summer months, can be detrimental to tire performance and lifespan...
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