The string of letters and numbers wrapped around your tire sidewall is not decoration. It is a compact spec sheet that tells ...

Take a quick look at any tire, and you’ll notice a series of letters and numbers around the sidewall. These might seem like random gibberish, but they tell you lots of helpful information about your ...

Though many people recognize tire measurements, not everyone knows how to read the symbols on their sidewalls. Getting a ...

The tire is an essential part of your vehicle that affects road safety and comfort. Many drivers disregard proper tire care.

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The tires in your car are consumable and require periodic replacement. Balding tires or those with worn-out treads are dangerous and not deliver the same levels of traction and braking as newer rubber ...

HANOVER, Germany — Continental A.G. has begun producing tires with an "HL" load index, a new standard that yields tires capable of carrying heavier loads at the same pressure as those built to the "XL ...