• 5 Tips on How to Check the Condition of Winter Tires and Make the Right Choice

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    1. Measure the remaining tread depth. This will help any coin. Locate the “TWI” marking on the side of the tire. Most often this is a triangle, but there are other notations. For example, Michelin uses bibendum, and Goodyear uses signature sandals.

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    Above the TWI designation, small “tubercles” are visible in the recesses of the tread. These are the tire wear indicators. Measure a distance of 4 mm from the edge of the coin and hold it with your finger in this place. 

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    Attach the coin to the tubercle. If the measured part of the coin is completely immersed in the recess, then by law the tire can be used, but you should be careful on the road.

  • If the residual tread depth is from 7 mm, then such a tire can be studded again and extend its life. If the tread pattern is at the same level with the indicators, this means that the tire is worn to the minimum allowable depth. See more at mastercraft tires reviews for additional details on this.
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    2.Check for even wear. A common problem for motorists is wheel alignment disorder and improper tire pressure. As a result, one side of the tread erases faster, which is fraught with deterioration of adhesion, loss of braking dynamics and poor acceleration.
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    3.Condition of the coupling edges. If in summer in dry weather you can easily ride at least slicks, in winter the tire needs to cling to the road with the edges of the tread blocks. The larger and sharper the better the hook. Alas, over time the edges grind and braking becomes less effective.
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    4.Count the number of spikes dropped. If more than 30%, it is better to re-stud. Also try rocking the spike. If he does not hold well in the nest, then it is necessary to pull it out and re-stud.
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    5. Pay attention to microcracks, hernias, cuts, punctures, delaminations and other rubber malfunctions. Any hardly noticeable defect as a result can cause the tire to break while driving. Of course, only a tire technician with special equipment will make the best diagnosis. However, most problems are recognized by a routine inspection.
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    Any defect at high speed can lead to an accident. Come to our centers for checking tires with professional equipment and be calm for your safety.