Explain tyres to me...
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I don't understand the codes. What do they mean?
Also, I've noticed that lower profile tyres seem to be more expensive than thicker profile tyres... Why? Surely, the thinner profile tyres would have less rubber going into their construction and thus should be cheaper.
What is the difference between winter and summer tyres, and why is that so? I can see the difference in tread, and that makes sense, but what's all this about 'compounds' and why do they matter?
Probably dumb questions
Also, I've noticed that lower profile tyres seem to be more expensive than thicker profile tyres... Why? Surely, the thinner profile tyres would have less rubber going into their construction and thus should be cheaper.
What is the difference between winter and summer tyres, and why is that so? I can see the difference in tread, and that makes sense, but what's all this about 'compounds' and why do they matter?
Probably dumb questions
colonel c said:
http://lmgtfy.com/?q=sidewall+markings+explained
Sorry couldn't resist.
Some good questions actually.
Sorry couldn't resist.
Some good questions actually.
Edited by colonel c on Tuesday 26th July 21:18
sorry! I knew it was a daft question but couldn't remember what they were called so couldn't bring up any decent explanations!To the others, thanks for that! Very useful to know.
So what is it that means cheaper tyres tend to not be as grippy as better tyres? Is it the softness of rubber?
Presumably harder tyres mean less grippy then?
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