People have been riding on air since John Dunlop invented the pneumatic tire in 1887. The average motorist might think that his tires’ rubber and steel belts support the vehicles’ weight, but air ...

If you are like us, the first thing you might do with your new rig is add a leveling kit or suspension lift and larger tires. But when you do this, are you actually decreasing the towing capacity of ...

Though many people recognize tire measurements, not everyone knows how to read the symbols on their sidewalls. Getting a grasp of how to read this is crucial to better understanding the tires you ...

Continental Tire is adding an extra load rating for its HDL2 DL [Heavy Drive Long Haul Deep Lug] tire. The tire model itself was introduced in January 2009 Continental Tire is adding an extra load ...

The most common misconception about load and inflation pressure is the myth that the maximum pressure molded on the sidewall of the tire is necessary to carry the weight of the vehicle. Although that ...

Between amateur endurance racing and the Sports Car Club Of America's "Street" autocross classes, there's quite a few series now mandating around 200-treadwear rubber. So, of course, different tire ...

The speed ratings of tires are more than just about the maximum allowable speed that the rubber can carry a load before failing, exploding, and causing a massive accident. It's one of the many numbers ...

WASHINGTON — Daimler Vans U.S.A. L.L.C. has petitioned the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for a decision of inconsequential noncompliance regarding miscalculated tire load ...

If you fancy yourself an off-road enthusiast, you no doubt gave considerable thought to the vehicle you chose to pilot when you're venturing off the asphalt and into more treacherous terrains. Whether ...

In the truck world, you'll often hear people talking about 10-ply tires. Some swear by their added durability and strength, particularly when it comes to off-roading. But what exactly are 10-ply tires ...

The largest private distributor of Toyota automobiles in the world has issued a safety recall for 4,763 units of the 2021 through 2024 Toyota Highlander. Said vehicles feature 20-inch accessory tires ...

Back in October 2018, the peeps at Daimler Vans USA identified a noncompliance with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 110. The problem boils down to P-metric tires fitted to 24 ...