Run-flat tyres: the tyre-fitting problem
The seventh nuance: problems with tyre fitting. The thing is, a substantially stiffer sidewall makes fitting the tyre to the wheel harder, and that calls for the right equipment. At a roadside tyre-repair shop (and, in fact, at most city tyre fitters too) they are unlikely to even attempt to fix a tyre like this. Which means that, once again, either you need a spare wheel, or you will have to call in the heavy artillery: a recovery truck, mobile breakdown assistance and so on. Here again we have to mention the road infrastructure, and what equipment is used in Ukrainian tyre-repair shops today.
What is aquaplaning?Tyre makers and sellers never stop frightening motorists with every means available with that scary word - aquaplaning. And in the fight to save you from it, they will not spare a penny.
Date of manufacture of a tyreWhen buying new tyres, you must always check the date of manufacture of each one. Sadly, Ukrainian buyers are often sold last year’s tyres (if not older) at the price of new ones.
Cross-ply and radial tyresWhat is the difference between cross-ply tyres and radial tyres?
Speed rating, load index, and tyre season markings againA tyre’s speed rating and load index are figures you must pay attention to when buying. The speed rating limits your maximum speed, and the load index shows the maximum weight of the car that can…
Rules for fitting a tyre to a wheelMany modern tyres have a directional tread pattern; some tyres also need to go on with a particular sidewall facing outwards, and some can only be fitted on the left or right side of the car.
Uneven tread wear on a tyreA proper check of part-worn tyres before you buy will help you work out how evenly the tread has worn across its full width.
Speed rating, load index, and tyre season markings againA tyre’s speed rating and load index are figures you must pay attention to when buying. The speed rating limits your maximum speed, and the load index shows the maximum weight of the car that can…
Rules for fitting a tyre to a wheelMany modern tyres have a directional tread pattern; some tyres also need to go on with a particular sidewall facing outwards, and some can only be fitted on the left or right side of the car.
Uneven tread wear on a tyreA proper check of part-worn tyres before you buy will help you work out how evenly the tread has worn across its full width.