Sentences with phrase «tire aspect ratio»

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As an example, a tire with an aspect ratio of 75 would have a section height that is 75 percent of the tire's width

Generally, they have a deeper, wider tread design than all - season tires for better gripping on a variety of surfaces Aspect Ratio

Lower aspect ratio tires and accompanying wheels provide substantially increased treadwear, increased tire noise and reduced ride comfort.

High performance tires also have a lower aspect ratio that aids performance and handling.

(Performance tires have a lower aspect ratio that aids performance and handling.

Due to the lower aspect ratio of these tires, the vehicle will take on a sportier drive and deliver responsive handling.)

Lower aspect ratio reflects a shorter, wider tire that offers greater contact with the road.

These high - performance tires also have a lower aspect ratio that aids performance and handling; however, in order to avoid tire, rim or vehicle damage, it is important that the inflation pressure is regularly checked and maintained at optimum levels.

The sidewall height or «aspect ratio» of a 285 / 75 / R16 tire is 75 % of 285 mm.

A word about low aspect ratio and high performance tires High performance tires are designed for better performance and handling in warm climates.

The tire is 225 mm (8.9 inches) wide at its widest point (sidewall to sidewall), the tire cross-section or aspect ratio is 50 percent as high as it is wide (the lower the number, the wider the tire), the tire is 25.9 inches top to bottom, it rides on 17 - inch wheels, and revolves 804 times per mile.

As a rule of thumb, for winter tires you can reduce the width 10 mm, increase the aspect ratio 10 percentage points, and get a wheel one inch smaller — in this case 215 / 60R16.

Performance tires are designed for enhanced handling and generally have high speed ratings and low aspect ratio for improved control.

Excessive they most certainly are, but they fill up the wheel wells properly, and even on very low - profile tires — the aspect ratio of 45 is especially low for an SUV — the ride is never harsh.

The 21 - inch upgrade lowers the aspect ratio to 30 but all - season tires are not an option in either case.