Questions tagged [tires]

A petroleum based rubber mounted on the wheels of vehicles to provide a higher friction coefficient between a vehicle and a road surface.

Filter by
Sorted by
Tagged with
0 votes
0 answers
6 views

which tyre you recommend for Skoda Karoq? [closed]

my first questions here :). I have got an Skoda karoq 2019, 1.6 TDI, I live in Berlin, it's considered as a mild weather. I want to change my tires to all weather, which Size and Brand of wheel and ...
YF MA's user avatar
  • 1
1 vote
2 answers
20 views

Burning Smell and Slight Rattling

I just had new tires put on my 2016 BMW x3 about 3 weeks ago. There is a soft on and off rattling coming from the front of the car. Recently I've noticed when I stop at a light there is a burning ...
Beemer girl77's user avatar
4 votes
1 answer
153 views

Front wheel covers getting abnormally dirty?

My front 2 wheel covers always get super dirty but the back never does. Some oily black stuff always covers the front 2 wheel covers a few days after washing it clean. Is there something leaking or is ...
Gotem's user avatar
  • 175
-1 votes
0 answers
41 views

What could have caused this tire tearing?

I drive a duke 390, approximately 6500+ kms done and its been two years since purchase. I noticed this tear/crack and had to replace it. with not too much driving, what could have caused this? The ...
Alukaar's user avatar
  • 99
0 votes
0 answers
30 views

Sizing down winter tires from old car?

have tires from our previous car and not sure if they are trasnferable to the new car. I get the speed difference, is there any other issue apart from that or is this ok? Its size down winter tire. If ...
JFow16's user avatar
  • 1
0 votes
2 answers
120 views

Do tires on a car with low mileage need replacement after 10 years?

I own an 8 year old Lexus NXt that has only 18500 miles on it. Car is garaged, and almost all driving is for short trips in LA in normal traffic. We live in an area of LA that has more temperate ...
Norman Bartels's user avatar
0 votes
1 answer
31 views

what size tire is compatible with 225 45 17?

Looking for winter tires and rims. But can't find much for the 225 45 17 in a 5 x 100 bolt pattern size. What are some optional other sizes I could put on my 2004 VW Jetta 1.8T?
Shane Richard's user avatar
7 votes
2 answers
2k views

My 2016 Chevrolet Spark started making a noise at high speeds, but then stopped. Is it safe to drive?

I was driving on the interstate and then my car started making this fluttering noise that sounded like when you go up a rollercoaster except if you went up them at 100mph. It only seemed to happen at ...
Brandon's user avatar
  • 79
1 vote
1 answer
90 views

May I switch 205/70/16 with 205/60/16 tires?

May I substitute 205/60/16 snow tires for 205/70/16 tires?
RML's user avatar
  • 11
2 votes
0 answers
49 views

Can new tires cause transmission failure

Question about transmission failure. 2019 Honda Passport AWD Elite: 9-26-23 put on 4 new tires “265/45R-20XL 108V ION EVO all season SUV”. Had 65,198 miles at the time. Tire Center said they were used ...
Maggie's user avatar
  • 21
3 votes
1 answer
278 views

Is it okay to mix tires of the same brand and size, but not same model?

The the tread on my front tires is visibly worn (not much tread in some areas) on my vehicle, and they need to be replaced. The back tires are fine, and had been replaced much more recently due to a ...
Krupip's user avatar
  • 133
0 votes
0 answers
37 views

Tyre Pressure & Wheel Alignment

Long story short, got front end wheel alignment done but it was quite off centre, checked my tyre pressure and there was a 3-4 PSI difference between each tyre. Am I correct to assume tyre pressure ...
Dave1UK's user avatar
  • 327
0 votes
0 answers
77 views

Is it safe to drive with this scratched wheel or should I fix it?

This is the scratched wheel after hitting a big rock is it safe to drive?Is it a scratch or a crack?
MLG Jhonn's user avatar
2 votes
1 answer
169 views

What is the traction conversion between T and H vs A and AA traction on automobile tires?

I can't find in on google. need to replace tires on Equinox LS. I looked on the side of the tire and it has Temp A Traction A. I am shoping and I find the tires are rated T and H. I haven't found ...
Sedumjoy's user avatar
  • 123
0 votes
1 answer
39 views

Tires on my Ford fusion

Can I put 205 55R 16 on the front of my 2006 Ford fusion and 205 60R 16 on the back? I'm not really familiar with cars at all!
Chantelle Spratley Sissy Leigh's user avatar
1 vote
0 answers
29 views

Car alignment and tire wear mismatch

I've recently changed two of my tires on my Honda Civic EX-T 2016. These tires (front and back of the passenger's side) kept losing air consistently, becoming flat after 1 week in parking. I bought ...
Jack's user avatar
  • 11
1 vote
1 answer
97 views

Replacing tire schrader core without deflating

If I am using a schrader core removal tool to replace the suspected leaky tire schrader, should I try to position the valve to be at 12 o'clock so that it can come out easily and that you can support ...
amphibient's user avatar
  • 6,633
1 vote
1 answer
58 views

Tire size for greater than factory wheel width?

I have a 2006 Scion tC, and I bought a separate set of wheels to make summer / winter switching easier. I realized after purchase that the wheels are an inch wider than stock… but I called several ...
kneedhelp's user avatar
  • 201
1 vote
2 answers
107 views

Car still vibrates after rotation and alignment

So I drive a 2010 Hyundai Sante Fe and a few months ago I noticed that it was vibrating while I was driving…took it to a mechanic, he told me nothing was wrong it’s vibrating because my axel was ...
dbreezy553's user avatar
4 votes
2 answers
605 views

How can I be sure if my tyres are cold for adjusting their pressure?

Tyre pressure is to be adjusted when the tyres are cold; as per my car's manual. But how can I be sure that they are cold? The nearest gas station to me is 5 km (3 miles) away.
şaloma's user avatar
  • 171
1 vote
1 answer
44 views

Mechanical checklist before roadtrip

I'm planing to make a 4 day long road trip throughout Europe beginning in Scandinavia all the way down to Spain in the middle of summer and need some car advice. I've driven around with a small ...
Aden's user avatar
  • 83
1 vote
1 answer
60 views

What is the modern equivalent of Soviet tire size 65-405 (2.50-16)?

The title question says it all. My Goggle-Fu isn't strong enough to find any conversion charts. The only size-related markings on the current tires are 65-405 (2.50-16). I believe they are motorcycle ...
Vilx-'s user avatar
  • 177
0 votes
2 answers
151 views

replace 1 or 2 rims/wheel if car hit a curb? [closed]

My car hit a curb while I was parking two days ago; speed was lower than 15mph. Still, the bent is noticeable in the front, passenger's side, and less noticeable in the rear, also passenger's side: ...
Jwjw's user avatar
  • 1
1 vote
1 answer
75 views

How dangerous is it to mix tire brands?

Last year when we switched from snow back to summer tires, at a Toyota dealer as it happens, they said two of them needed to be replaced and so we installed just two new tires and kept the ok old ones....
Kate Gregory's user avatar
0 votes
1 answer
85 views

Steering wheel feels wobbly after changing wheels to 215/45zR18

I have a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. I was using winter tires of size 205/60R16 and changed into 215/45zR18 summer wheels yesterday by myself. Now when I drive on not-flat uneven or wavy roads , I can ...
Niron Rasanjana Perera's user avatar
0 votes
2 answers
83 views

Locking Lugnuts - please help!

I have a vehicle from my father who passed away about a year ago - mom gave me the car as she didn't need it anymore. Well, come time to do some tire work and replacing, and there are locking lugnuts ...
David Andrex's user avatar
1 vote
2 answers
3k views

Is it safe to drive using one different size tire?

I have a Hyundai accent and its normal tire size is 175/70 14″ . One tire has been punctured and I didn't noticed it so I drove it flat for about 16km and I just discovered it when I got home. I have ...
draw134's user avatar
  • 113
1 vote
2 answers
76 views

1PSI per week air loss

Is it normal to lose up to 1psi per week in a car tyre ? All my other tyres seem to retain the pressure but one tyre which I had a puncture plugged months ago seems to lose just under 1psi per week
venomx's user avatar
  • 161
1 vote
1 answer
179 views

Replace one tire 205/75r15 with a 215/75r15 tire

I have an old truck Dodge Dakota I don’t drive very often. One of the tires,the front passenger side tire, needs to be replaced. All tires are 205/75r15. Is it OK to replace the one tire,front ...
GypSea's user avatar
  • 11
1 vote
1 answer
32 views

Can snow chains for passenger tires be used on light truck tires?

I was looking for snow chains to fit some LT215/75R15 tires that are on a van (which has clearance for chains). I obtained some snow chains that fit (among other sizes) P215/75R15 tires. Does the tire ...
outis's user avatar
  • 213
1 vote
0 answers
45 views

Does the alignment problem cause uneven tread wear in my case?

2002 Camry LE, 4 cylinder, Michelin premier a/s performance h/v purchased in 2017, 60,000 mile tread wear warranty. The tread reaches the end of the life only after 33,000 miles, and the tread wear is ...
bobby_yan's user avatar
0 votes
0 answers
44 views

Schrader valve core removed, tyre still not deflating

This is the space-saver spare wheel for my Honda Civic mk8 fwiw. I've unscrewed and removed the Schrader valve core and the tyre is still not deflating at all. The tyre is quite old, possibly 10 years ...
Philip hughes's user avatar
1 vote
1 answer
158 views

Two flat tires after getting new tires

What could cause two flat tires in quick succession after getting new tires. It does not appear to be bad luck. I replaced all 4 tires on Friday morning. On Friday afternoon (same day!), I had a flat ...
Gabe's user avatar
  • 111
5 votes
2 answers
2k views

Slow leak in tyre. What are my options?

When putting on the winter tyres, I noticed one had gone rather flat over the summer (1 bar, down from 2.5). I pumped it up go 2.5 and let it rest for week in my trunk, it was then down to 1.5 bar. ...
mart's user avatar
  • 151
0 votes
1 answer
50 views

Most minimalist equipment setup to DIY tires

What would be the most minimalist equipment lineup necessary for a DIY-er to be able to do tires? I know tire shops have a rim installation wheel or whatever that is called -- is there a compact tool ...
amphibient's user avatar
  • 6,633
2 votes
1 answer
722 views

How do tire pressure sensors work?

Q1: Where is the tire pressure sensor (usually) located ? Q2: How does it connect to the ECU, I see no electrical connection going to the wheel? Q3: Why do dashboards not tell you specifically which ...
amphibient's user avatar
  • 6,633
0 votes
1 answer
41 views

is it safe to put 175/65r15 winter tires on my 2002 Toyota Echo?

I want to put winter tires on my Echo. Some are available from a Hyundai but they have a different diameter. Will it be safe to use them?
Dawn Randall's user avatar
3 votes
2 answers
145 views

How bad is it to drive on a slightly misaligned car? (AWD, winter tires)

My dealership had a broken alignment machine when I got new winter tires. I went elsewhere the next day to get an alignment and I'm told "there's a stuck alignment bolt that won't move". I'm ...
Jeffrey's user avatar
  • 193
2 votes
1 answer
98 views

Toyota corolla 2015 tyre upsize

I have Toyota corolla 2015 with 17" rims. The recommended tyre size is 215/45 r17, but I live in an area where there are a lot of pits on the roads. Can I go with 215/50 r17, and how much will ...
Mohammad Harissa's user avatar
2 votes
2 answers
393 views

Why did my new tire pop after refilling its air?

I drive a 2017 Corolla. I recently (~2 months ago) replaced all of my tires. While driving today, I noticed the plmp-plmp-plmp bumping of a flat tire, pulled over at the closest gas station, and saw ...
AmagicalFishy's user avatar
2 votes
1 answer
190 views

How do I remove a rusted on tire?

I am restoring a 1969 Honda CT70. When it comes to the tires/wheels, I cannot get the tire to come loose from the wheel. I used a flathead and hammered it down to get between the tire and the wheel, ...
user avatar
0 votes
0 answers
38 views

What exactly is the math on the effects of having one off-sized wheel in an AWD?

The internet is covered in dubious advice about replacing a single tire on an AWD. I'd like to use some math instead. What I suspect would be necessary is: differences in tire sizes (easy) rotations ...
Seph Reed's user avatar
  • 135
0 votes
1 answer
67 views

Does tire size or vehicle weight affect needed minimum tread depth?

Where I live, summer tires are required by law to have 1.6 mm minimum tread depth, and winter tires 3 mm. However, a general recommendation is that summer tires should have 4 mm tread for optimal ...
juhist's user avatar
  • 14.5k
4 votes
1 answer
627 views

two different psi's for tires for my vehicle

My drivers side door jam says 33 psi whereas my tire says 51 psi. Which one do I use when filling up my tire with air?
neubert's user avatar
  • 551
1 vote
2 answers
2k views

Can I downsize from 205 65 15 to 195 65 15 Winter tires on a 2000 Toyota Camry?

Downsizing winter tires on a 2000 Toyota Camry
Joe's user avatar
  • 21
1 vote
1 answer
70 views

Minimum possible tread depth for shaved tire?

Once again I have to replace a tire on my Forester (3rd tire in 3 years! I'm a magnet for damage). I have the stock Bridgestone Ecopia H/L 422 Plus with about 23,000 miles on them. I just measured ...
Peter M's user avatar
  • 329
0 votes
1 answer
17 views

Ford Explorer Sport Trac 2001

Is it safe to switch front tires from left to right (or vice versa) by taking each off its rim and installing on the other? The intention is to retain the direction of tire rotation while switching ...
Eric Jereza Severino's user avatar
4 votes
1 answer
1k views

Driving fast on gear 4 and smelling burnt smell after

I was driving about 60 to 70mph on freeway on gear 4. Started smelling a burnt smell and ended up getting a flat tire. Was able to use spare tire, and was able to drive home no problem, but now I ...
Laura Spikes's user avatar
0 votes
1 answer
133 views

Why do space saver tires have a low speed rating?

Space saver spare tires are smaller wheels and tires that can be fitted in the event of a puncture. They are generally only rated to 50 mph, and short distances. This Quora answer sums up the ...
User65535's user avatar
  • 255
0 votes
1 answer
95 views

Rim width is a matter when use wider tire?

I want to use a wide tire for my car. According to my readings, tires could be used with a 20mm +/- variation than the stock ones. So tire width (internal or outer) needs to match rim width? Also tire ...
Chathu's user avatar
  • 1

1
2 3 4 5
19