UNDERSTANDING YOUR TIRES


Tire Care & Safety

For improved overall performance and extended tire tread life, proper mounting, balancing and alignment are imperative. This section will provide you information to help maximize the performance and tread life of your Yokohama tires.
 Tire Inflation and Vehicle Fuel Economy

 Match Mounting

 Balancing

 Alignment

 Alignment Measures





Reading Your Tire

When you understand the information contained on the sidewall of your tire, you’ll be better prepared when the time comes to choose a replacement set. Within this section, you’ll find out the mystery behind the sidewall markings on your tires.
 Tire Sizing System

 Aspect Ratio

 Speed Rating

 UTQG




Construction

Want to choose the best Yokohama tire for your needs? It helps to first understand the all the components of a tire from the tread design to the construction elements.
 Overview

 Tread




Customizing

Proper selection of both tire and wheel can help you achieve the look and performance you want for your vehicle. Learn the benefits of plus sizing and their affect on braking, accelerating and cornering forces.
 Performance Tire and
Wheel Relationship


 Plus Sizing

 High Performance Wheels

 Aspect Ratio Calculator

 Rim/Wheel Width

 Installation




Glossary

We’ve assembled a collection of over 40 industry-standard terms. This quick reference guide will help you master the world of tire technology.
 Overview

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