Understanding Tyre Markings, Recommended Pressure and Maintenance
A driver may not pay much attention to the tyre sidewall because he usually does not read it. However, apart from the basic ones, the tyre sidewall carries lots of information. The tyre's size, load capacity, speed rating, and how old the rubber is – these things are all represented by numbers, letters, and symbols that go around the edge of the tyre. It really helps to know them because they are all elements that influence tyre performance. This blog explains how to read and interpret this sidewall information. It also details the importance of maintaining correct tyre inflation levels and highlights how simple, routine checks keep a set of tyres in optimal condition. Understanding Sidewall Markings The code on a tyre sidewall might look cryptic at first glance, but it actually follows a standardised format. Typically consisting of five or six key characters, this code concisely conveys all the primary specifications of a tyre. The idea behind this format is the convey so...