Most of us would agree that when it comes to the unpleasant side of driving a vehicle, road noise tops the list. Whether the source of the noise is the tire or suspension, or any other component for that matter, it can ruin your mood in no time. Along with the other obvious sources, tires …
Balanced wheels are the key to a comfortable and safe ride, and contrary to popular belief, ALL wheels need to be balanced. Balancing of wheels is a crucial matter, and one that needs special attention and care. It is easy to forget this aspect of maintenance during regular touch ups as there are no distinctive …
A death wobble can be one of the most dreadful experiences in a drivers’ life, and YES – it can be caused by tires. However, unlike most problems related to steering and suspensions, this one is too complex to be caused by a single factor. So while the problems in tires can cause a death …
For most of us, wheel alignment brings to mind the alignment of the front wheels. Understandably so, because that is what has been going on for years. But times have changed, and so have cars. Most of the modern cars today have an independent rear suspension, which means that rear wheels ALSO NEED alignment. This …
The short answer is- yes, they can but it depends on how you place them upon the surface of water. They will float if you place them horizontally with the greatest possible area touching the surface of water. However, if you stand them up, like how they are positioned on a vehicle, they are bound …
Simply put, summer tires do wear out faster than their alternatives like all-seasons etc. Summer tires have a diminished life expectancy as they are usually geared towards high or ultra-high performance. They provide better traction and can handle higher temperatures and loads under stress. All-season and other alternative tire options have a much longer life …
If you are planning to buy new wheels or rims and want to have a good estimate in your mind on how much to spend, or just simply trying to decide what size wheels would fit nicely in your budget, this article is for you. Knowing beforehand on what to expect financially before making a …
Race car tires with little to no tread are called racing slicks or slicks. These are highly evolved and adapted forms of tires suited for use only on the race track because speed is prioritized over safety with regards to their manufacturing. Also the severity of the compromises these have to make in order to …
Short answer: absolutely not, and yes even if they look brand new. A tire that is 14 years old has definitely accumulated a number of structural insufficiencies over the course of the years regardless if actual miles were out on it. For a detailed explanation on what goes on inside your tire as the years …
Discovering the science behind fuel consumption You must be familiar with a number of techniques used to maximize your fuel economy, but did you ever consider how new tires affect the gas mileage? So do new tires improve gas mileage? The short answer is, Yes. The long answer: let’s find out… Rolling resistance is what it’s …