Tire articles tagged with 'michelin'

A nail in the tire can happen to anyone and anywhere, and is one of the most common causes of a flat. While repairing a tire with a nail or screw is possible, sometimes tire replacement is a safer solution. This section is about what you can do when you find a nail or screw in one of your tires and how much it costs to patch it, if a repair is possible.

Any car owner driving at least once in the rain has noticed his vehicle losing traction, making it harder to control. This phenomenon is known as hydroplaning, and it can endanger the driver's safety if he does not know how to handle it properly. Today, we will explain aquaplaning (another term for hydroplaning) and provide tips on what to do if your vehicle starts to hydroplane on wet roads. An informed driver is a protected driver, right?

Tire health and durability are essential aspects of safe and performant driving. How long should tires last? - is a common concern for many drivers because everyone wants their tires to be a long-lasting investment. Tire life expectancy actually depends on a combination of factors more than the warranty the manufacturer provides...

All-season tires provide balanced performance for various weather conditions ranging from dry and warm to moderate cold and light snow. For this reason, all-season tires are the most popular tire option on the market, as per Bridgestone. All-season tires are an option for drivers who do not encounter extreme driving conditions, combining practical use and economic value.

Tire rotation is an imperative tire maintenance procedure that involves changing the tires' position on the vehicle's axles. This systematic procedure is necessary to even out tire wear, increase tire longevity, and enhance vehicle performance in terms of handling, fuel efficiency, and safety. According to Michelin, tire rotation should be done every 6,000-8,000 miles...

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.

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.

The debate between all-weather and all-season tires confuses many drivers when it comes to choosing the right tire type. Both types are often seen as synonyms. However, all-season and all-weather tires do have certain differences that make them more suitable for specific weather conditions. This section aims to shed light on the specifics of the 2 types of tires.

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.

Tires are responsible not only for moving the vehicle on the road but also for its fuel efficiency, overall performance, and safety. Tires can be a significant expense for drivers. Statistics from the U.S. Department of Transportation show that Americans spend about $20 billion annually on tires.