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Tire Basics
Tire Agent’s searchable blog archive category featuring posts about tire basics: tire codes, tire jargon and tire anatomy.
What To Know About Belted Tires
Belted tires are the standard in modern automotive design, offering better stability, longer tread life, and improved handling. This guide breaks down what tire belts are made of, how they’re structured, and why construction methods like radial and bias-ply matter.
What To Know About New Tires: Sights, Sounds & Smells
Are new tires louder? Is there a weird smell from new tires? Why do some tires have hairs? Learn what’s normal and what’s not so normal about new tires.
Is It OK to Mismatch Tires? Do Tire Brands Matter? Can I Put Different Tires on My Car?
Mixing tire brands, sizes, or tread types can harm handling, safety, and vehicle components. See how mismatched tires affect FWD, AWD, and 4WD systems.
Cracking DOT Tire Codes: Find Where and When Your Tires Were Made
How to interpreting DOT tire codes. We help you decode where and when your tires were made, so you can make sure you aren’t buying outdated tires. This is part of our series on smart shopping tips for tire buyers.
What is a Tire Valve Stem?
Tire valve stems are the pathway to getting air into tires. This article explains their function, types, common issues, and replacement tips.
Why Are Yellow and Red Dots on My Tires?
What’s the significance of yellow and red dots on your new tires? These markings help installers align and mount your tires. Learn how these simple indicators can enhance your driving experience and prevent uneven wear. And, is it safe to remove them?
Why Are My Tires Making Noise?
What’s that sound? From squealing during sharp turns to screeching while braking, understanding these sounds can help you diagnose potential issues and maintain optimal tire performance.
Best Winter Tire Pressure: Do Tires Need More PSI in Cold Weather?
Did you know that for every 10°F decrease, your tire can lose 1-2 PSI? Regularly check and inflate your tires to the manufacturer’s recommended pressure to ensure optimal handling, fuel efficiency, and reduce the risk of tire blowouts during the colder months.
Guide to Tire Temperature Ratings
As part of our series on tire codes, this post explains tire temperature ratings. Understanding these grades — A, B, and C — can help you choose tires that effectively dissipate heat, preventing blowouts and extending tire life.
Guide to Traction Rating on Passenger Tires
Understanding these ratings on the sidewalls of tires — AA, A, B, and C, which determines how well tires can stop on wet pavement. This is part of our series that explains what all the numbers on the sides of tires mean.
Tread Wear Guide: How to Check Tire Tread Depth
How to measure tire tread depth in this straightforward guide. Learn essential methods like the penny test and the use of tread depth gauges to assess your tires’ health and estimate when it’s time for a replacement.
Why Change to Winter Tires
Winter tires are essential for safe driving in icy and snowy conditions, providing superior traction and handling when temperatures drop below 40°F. Designed with specialized tread patterns and rubber compounds, these tires enhance your vehicle’s stability and braking performance.
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