TIRES 101

The most common tire speed ratings, speeds and vehicle usage are as follows:

A tire’s sidewall is pretty much what it sounds like – the outer and inner “walls” on the sides of a tire, if facing a tire on its side. Every sidewall has its own unique information that is divided into four main sections:

The typical radial tire consists of six main parts. Use the left and right arrows below to learn more.

Your correct tire size and tire pressure can be found in your vehicle’s owner's manual in the glove compartment or on the OEM sticker on your driver’s side door.