Tire articles tagged with 'rolling resistance'

I think you have certainly heard about this term while searching for new tires. You probably also know that the lower this resistance is, the better for your car. But what exactly is the tire rolling resistance role? And how does it impact the car's traction? In fact, the rolling resistance rating is nothing but the amount of energy the tire consumes when it's rolling on the road. Higher or lower energy consumption depends on how much the tire deforms while rolling...

Nowadays, drivers are not only looking for comfort and performance in their vehicles. They give enormous priority to the aspect of fuel efficiency. First of all, they want to reduce fuel expenses. Secondly, people are becoming more and more aware of the risks of CO2 emissions in the atmosphere. So, these 2 aspects combined make tire manufacturers produce the most optimal offerings from the perspective of fuel consumption...