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Tires form a flexible cushion between the vehicle and the road, which smooths out shock and makes for a comfortable ride.
Because tread depth is an important element for snow traction, winter / snow tires start with deeper tread depths than standard all-season or summer tires.
Proper alignment is essential for optimum performance as well.
Irregular wear may require more frequent rotation.
At high speeds a tire which is not balanced properly can generate severe vibrations.
Under inflation causes excessive wear to the outer ribs.
Excessive vibrations could cause costly repair such as pre-mature front end parts wear and irregular tire wear. The prudent vehicle owner keeps a close watch on irregular tire wear to avoid such costly repairs.
When you are selecting new tires and find one that is perfect, although more expensive than another tire that appears to be a close second; consider evaluating your situation by comparing "how much per mile" each tire will cost.
Tire makers seek lower rolling resistance tire constructions in order to improve fuel economy in cars and especially trucks, where rolling resistance accounts for a high amount of fuel consumption. Sudden ride disturbances occur due to the change in characteristics of your vehicle.
You check the air pressure in your spare tire regularly, right?
Did you know?
* Armstrong Rubber introduced the bias belted fiberglass tire in 1965.
* BFGoodrich offered the first radial available in North America also in 1965.
* Robert William Thomson invented and patented the pneumatic tire in 1846.
* As wheels changed over time, the term "tire" continued to be used for the outer band even when it no longer served the purpose of tying the spokes together.
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