These tips can give you a hand before you buy a tire. Types of tires: why all tires are not alike Tires aren’t a one-size-fits-all proposition. The right tires for your vehicle will depend primarily on your vehicle type and expected driving conditions. So what are the most common options? All-season tires Designed for good […]
1. Buy Leftovers Last year, I bought a set of 2011 Pirelli Scorpions. They were new but discounted, because they were four years old. I asked the Tire Rack rep. “They have the same warranty as a tire that was manufactured last month,” he said, “but they might have less ultimate grip.” Ultimate grip is […]
Here’s what the experts suggest. A puncture can cause serious damage to a tire. After getting a flat, how many of your tires should you replace? A punctured tire A puncture is a pierce or break in the tire wall. It can be caused by driving over a sharp object and when the tire has […]
Advertisement – Continue Reading Below Yes, this is the latest nerdy deep-dive with Jason Fenske, the man behind the delightfully detailed YouTube series Engineering Explained. While you probably already know why an under-inflated tire reduces your fuel economy, we’re betting there’s something in here that you haven’t fully grasped before—whether it’s the physics equation that […]
Do you know if yours are still safe to use? Here are 3 quick ways to find out if it’s time to replace your tires. Worn tires are a risk to drivers, especially at high speeds and in poor weather. Even though tires are the main contact points that hold a vehicle safely to the road […]
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