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All The Numbers On TiresDo you know what all the numbers on your new & used tires mean? I didn’t .. then I did some research .. and now I’m sharing it with you. All of the numbers are there for a reason - feel free to take notes if you’d like: Type of Tire Width of the Tires Tire’s Aspect Ratio When it comes to high performance tires - like some Bridgestone Used Tires - they’ll typically have a lower aspect ratio then other new & used tires that you get from different used tires stores in your area. The main reason why is because the used car tires that have the lowest aspect ratio will provide drivers with a better lateral stability. If a car goes around some random turn, lateral forces are then generated - the tire has to withstand these forces. New & used tires that have a lower profile have shorter and stuffer sidewalls in order to resist cornering forces better. Construction of Tires Rim Diameter Service Description -Load Ratings: this is the number that corresponds to the maximum rated load for that specific used tire - the higher the number, the higher the load capacity. -Speed Rating: the letter that comes after the load rating is what indicates the maximum speed that’s allowed for this specific tire. For example, the letter “S” will usually mean that the used tire can handle speeds of up to 112 mph. UTQG -Tread Wear: the higher the number is, the longer the tread on the tire will last. -Traction: all traction on all new & used tires is rated AA, A, B, or C - AA is the top of the line. -Temperature: all tire temperature ratings are categorized under either A, B, or C. The rating is a measure of how well your new & used tires will disperse of the heat and how well it handles the buildup of heat. Hope you learned something!
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