How to read tire sidewalls and learn how safe your tires are!What does 235/35R20 mean? What does ZR mean? What is a tread-wear rating?What is a temperature grade? What is a traction grade?
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How about load rating, speed rating, and DOT badge? Car tires are a confusing mess to look at, with both SAE and metric units, and a complicated nomenclature.Watch the video from Engineering Explained for more info:
That’s where this video comes in. We’ll explain all of the details surrounding the most common markings you’ll find on tire sidewalls, with the ultimate guide to tires.
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How to read your tires! Make cars and coffee interesting again and read tire sidewalls all day. In addition to the tire brand and model, the sidewall always indicates the critical information regarding size and capacities about the tire type, construction, size, and other features.
