The other day I was riding and found myself in a road paving project area. This was a project on a 4-lane road with 1/2 of the two lanes on my side paved… and the other 1/2 getting prepared for paving to continue. The problem is that the 1/2 that was paved was the left lane and this caused a height difference “ridge” of approximately 1 – 2 inches of asphalt between the two lanes (of course I was in the right “low-side” lane).
Tire Recalls For Tread Separation Still Plague Automotive Sector
Firestone had to undertake a massive tire recall back in 2000 involving tires made for SUVs. Out of some 14 million sold, the approximately 6.5 million still on the road were recalled.
Tires, Your Most Essential Truck Accessory
When you’re mudbogging, you need a different tire than when you’re driving on ice. Choosing the right tire, however, can be complicated unless you know what types of tires work best in what circumstances. This is a quick guide to various truck tires, your most important truck accessory.
Replacing Worn Out Tires Is A Real Pain!
OK – You’ve been putting off replacing those tread thin tires. Face it, replacing tires is a downright aggravating experience. Shopping for tires rests somewhere between doing your taxes or doing house cleaning. A dentistÂ’s waiting room, while you’re hanging on anticipating that root canal, is unlikely to increase your anxiety. But, the bleak condition of most waiting rooms at tire dealers all too often propels us into an ambiance bordering on the repulsive.
How To Read Your Tires And Avoid Car Troubles On The Road
Practitioners of traditional Eastern medicine have long used the tongue as a mechanism for diagnosing malfunctions in every part of the body. For your vehicle, a tire is as good as a tongue. Of course, wear and tear on your tires won’t tell you much about the battery or other electronic components, but all sorts of suspension problems can be diagnosed simply by looking at the way in which the tires are wearing down.
Customize Your Classic Car – Paint Your Own Rims
Paint your own Rims? Who would have thought something previously done by professionals could be done in your own home.
Car Tires Are Not Just Rubber
All modern car tires are now radial. Car tires are a tremendous blight on the environment, and there are about a billion car tires stockpiled in our country. Re-treaded passenger car tires are manufactured according to standards. Today’s passenger-car tires are safer at much higher speeds than 80 mph. While passenger-car tires are nearly all radials these days, ST tires are still available in bias-belted construction. We all know that our car tires are filled with air and tha…
Are ATV Dangerous To Ride
All terrain vehicles (ATVs) have a reputation as being dangerous, as each year, many adults and children are seriously injured or even killed by accidents or wrecks. Just like any vehicle, the short answer is: yes, ATVs are dangerous, the same way cars, sport utility vehicles, motorcycles, or trucks are dangerous. Far too often, these accidents involving ATVs come about due to improperly using the vehicle or ignorance about the vehicle. Riding an ATV does not guarantee an inj…
What To Look For When Purchasing An ATV Tire
If you are in the market for purchasing tires for your all terrain vehicle (ATV), there are several factors for consideration. There are a great variety of tires on the market and it is quite easy to become overwhelmed at the sheer number of choices available from different brands. In order to find the best tires for your specific ATV that meets your needs, consider these three points:
1.) Tread:
When it comes to tires, the most important attribute is the tread. Different…
Which Brand Of ATV Tires Is The Best
There are numerous brands of tires available on the market specifically designed for all terrain vehicles (ATVs). Quite often, when it comes time to purchase new tires for your ATV, the options are overwhelming. Although it is a great debate raging regarding which specific brand of ATV tire is the best, the question should be which brand ATV tire is the best for your needs?
There are several popular brands of ATV tires on currently on the market, ranging from the economica…
Tips On Choosing Discount Tires
There is a saying by a famous tire manufacturer Michelin: “So much is riding on your tires.” This is true no matter if you’re driving a sport coupe or an electric scooter. Cheap tires can damage a great car, and great tires can do wonders for a worn out vehicle. Luckily, today, thanks to technological advances, you can buy a great set of discount tires and still be quite happy about them.
If you understand that you have to buy new tires, you have a few options. The easies…
Tire Maintenance Critical To Keep Your Car Rolling Smoothly
By properly maintaining your tires, you could potentially be avoiding uneven wear, poor performance and possibly even a blowout. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, tire failures or blowouts are believed to contribute to over 400 deaths and 10,000 injuries in the United States every year.