Tech Corner
Choosing tires is a tricky business. Not only is there a slew of brands and models out there, but tires are further divided along performance and weather lines. So which will work best for you? These tire and wheel tech articles will help you understand the important differences in performance and sizing as well as offer tips for summer/winter driving and maintenance.
The Town Fair Tire Difference:
• Tire Mounting
Tire Tech:
• Speed Rating
• UTQG
• Load Index
• Load Range
• Tire Shopping...Where To Start?
• Tire Components
• Contact Patch
Tire Safety:
• Breaking In Your New Tires
• Why do I need 4 winter tires?
• Only Buying 2 Tires?
• 2 New Tire Replacement Recommendation
• Tire Aging Safety Bulletin
• Tire Replacement - Safety Guidlines
• Common Tire Wear Problems
• Do I need winter tires on my 4-wheel
or all-wheel drive vehicle?
• Winter Tire Stud Laws
• (D.O.T.) Tire Identification Number
• Directional And Asymmetrical Tires
• Why Is Tire Air Pressure Important?
• Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems
• How to Store Tires Between Seasons.
• Top Ten Tire Safety Tips
• Tire Repair Guidelines
Tire Repair:
• Repairing A Flat Tire
• How To Change A Flat Tire
Tire & Wheel Care:
• Computerized Wheel Balancing
• Tire Balancing
• TPMS Service
Tire Rotation:
• What Is A Tire Rotation?
• Different Tire Rotation Patterns
