Car Tyres Buying Guide

By Author: Mark Austen
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Tyres are the only components that get in contact with the road surface and hence they are very critical to the performance, safety and efficiency of your car. Tyre failures can prove to be quite fatal and hence you need to make sure to keep a regular check on your performance car tyres. Although most vehicle tyres are designed to provide similar kind of performance for a specific duration, tyre wear and tear in terms of braking and traction ability is very common. Therefore, irrespective of the manufacturer’s warranty or guarantee on performance car tyres, you have to replace the tyres at first signs of wear and tear.
General Functions of Tyres:
Tyre requirements differ from vehicle to vehicle. Irrespective of the type of vehicle, tyres are generally designed
• To carry, support and sustain the weight of vehicles.
• To deliver power from the engine.
• To transit braking and traction forces.
• To reduce shocks and vibrations.
• To control the direction of the vehicle.
• To determine the stability and manoeuvring capability.
Reasons Why Performance Car Tyres ...
... Wear Out:
Tyres although being the important components of your vehicle are also most often the overlooked components. Tyre punctures are not the only reason why your vehicle tyres may wear out, there are several other reasons why car tyres wear out very often before your tyre approaches the warranty period, and those reasons are
• Inappropriate pressure levels leading to low traction and braking performance, reduced levels of manoeuvring and shock absorption capabilities.
• Continued loss of pressure over time or travelling on bumpy roads.
• Weight variation.
• Under or over inflated tyres.
Since tyres are important to you and your vehicles safety, a little care will help you prolong the life of your performance car tyres. Understanding and maintaining the correct tire pressure rating and conducting a visual inspection of the tyre treads are common methods of tyre maintenance.
Tips for Buying Tyres:
• Buy tyres with superior grip for better fuel efficiency.
• Consider the local weather and road conditions before purchasing tyres.
• Take into account the type of driving you do.
• Type of treads on tyres plays a very essential role in the performance of a vehicle. Therefore, choose tyres with treads that are most suited to your type of vehicle.
• Buy tyres with tread deep treads and tread wear indicators.
• Tyre sizes depend upon your vehicle specification. Therefore, if you are ordering for tyres online, then make sure to provide all the information regarding your vehicle which can be found in your vehicle manual.
• Buy tyres in pairs to ensure that you have stock for immediate replacement.
Always buy good quality tyres from reputed manufacturers and dealers.

Mark Austen is a well known author currently working for GT Radial UK and has written many articles on new car tyres, van tires and car tyres.