For most of us regular drivers, all-season tires are our best friends. Although it is a no-brainer that tread pattern is a major contributor to the specificity of a tire for a particular terrain, the anatomy of an all-season tire is not that simple, and is surrounded by some degree of confusion. Can an all-season …
Over the past few years, surveys conducted in almost all parts of the world and especially in the United States indicated a rise in popularity of silver cars. Despite newer and unique colors being introduced every day by various automobile brands, silver still beats most of them when it comes to popularity among the general …
Red Rims (Wheels) on a Silver Car – Do they look good? Read More »
Silver cars have made their place in the top tier of popularity charts over the recent years. Every single time we go out, the probability of us bumping into a silver car is higher than most other colors. Although a lot of credit goes to the changing fashion trends, the popularity of silver color among …
Silver Car, Gunmetal Rims (Wheels) – Do they look good? Read More »
If you own a grey car, it’s fair to assume that it reeks of elegance and stability. Buying a grey vehicle is more of a mature decision for most people. But man, does it look classy. Moreover, some people prefer the calm and composed yet powerful aura native to grey, and the slightly reduced need …
Against the brain, our heart conquers when choosing the color of our cars. After all, when you’re an avid car fanatic, your personality dyes the vehicle. Though the style and model help, all of us know that color steals away glances. And while we appreciate those who choose neutral and magnetic tones, there is a …
The painted outcome of our car is mostly a direct product of our emotions, choices and preferences. Some prefer to dress up their metallic buddies in bold shades like the vibrant red. Some others go for colors as sophisticated, classy and neutral as silver. “Some”, however, may be an inaccurate term to describe the masses …
A number of studies conducted in various parts of the world in the past year revealed that white remained the preferred choice of colors in vehicles. It is not entirely astonishing, given the overwhelming number of white cars that we see on the roads almost daily. Although one can link this to the changing fashion …
Black Rims (wheels) on a White Car – Do they look good? Read More »
Have you ever noticed that most of the vehicles advertised in the marketing campaigns of popular automobile brands such as Mercedes and Porsche are silver in color? Well, it is not surprising that silver color in vehicles is leading the popularity list in most parts of the world today. Not only does it impart an …
Silver Car, Bronze Wheels (Rims) – Do they look good? Read More »
Distinguished by their bold stance, staggered tires hold a name that perfectly sums their performance, i.e., staggering. Carrying royal aggressiveness in every nut and bolt, they add a powerful aura around a car. These are the crown princes brought into existence by a tire-blend of aesthetics and high performance. Staggered tires can also be referenced …
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Most of us who frequently drive on wet and slippery roads have experienced hydroplaning at least once. Consequently, many people have developed a safety reflex and tend to get careful as soon as it begins to rain. However, it is important to realize that it is not just rain that you need to look out …
Wheel alignment is fundamental for car enthusiasts. Proceeding down this road, camber is one major aspect of it, along with the toe and caster. Camber is the outwards or inwards tilt of a vehicle when viewed from the front. Camber wears the tire, but only to an extent as small as the regular wear. However, …
Winter tires are the type of tires that are specifically designed for prolonged winter conditions including snow, slush and ice. And yes, winter tires can be used in rain but they are nowhere on the same level as all-season tires in terms of rain performance. If you are considering buying winter tires but also want …
Every car enthusiast holds the selection of tires close to their soul. Little knowledge shouldn’t be able to muddle your decision when buying tires. To ease your research, in this read we are going to discuss BFG all-terrain tires in detail and whether they are directional or not. Without further ado, let’s dive into the …
Mud tires have been grabbing the attention of most of us for quite some time now. Although the tire industry is now flooded with a huge number of options falling under a wide spectrum of categories, mud-terrain tires have an appeal that is unmatched. Most of us are guilty of being tempted to use mud …
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 …