RADIAL TYRES In America were not an instant hit ?

Goodyear were anti radial tyres

Ford motor company had radically changed the way that cars were to run on radial tyres. Starting off in the late sixties by putting radial tyres on their new Lincoln models had set the tone for the future of radial tyres in the American auto industry. By 1973 General motors had started to follow Ford by introducing radial tyres with improved car suspension onto some of their new models. The GM cars had about 11% of their cars fitted with radial tyres, and by now 26% of ford cars were fitted with original equipment radial tyres mainly from Michelin tyres.

By the mid seventies this figure had risen to 90% a by now most cars were equipped with new radial tyres. Not all the tyre companies were still convinced with the radial tyre, the most prominent was the Goodyear tyre and rubber company. Goodyear were reluctant to change all their factories and tooling equipment to enable them to produce the radial tyres that were now becoming very popular. This was going to cost Goodyear tyres millions of dollars and they were reluctant to change strategy. Indeed in 1967 launched a new tyre product to the World called the Polysteel bias belted tyre. I remember these tyres being introduced here in the UK, when I worked for Briggs tyres here in the UK. It was at a time when all the leading tyre makers were trying out new products and this new tyre from Goodyear was no exception.

Goodyear s main problem with the radial tyres , is that they lasted too long and would have meant a reduction in tyre sales. The new polysteel tyre was made with polyester cords and fibreglass belting instead of steel, as in Michelin tyres. Goodyear promoted this new tyre very strongly and many of the American car makers started to introduce this new tyre to their models, indeed by 1970 ,85% of American cars were made using bias belted tyres in place of radial tyres. I remember the special Goodyear promotions here in the UK, but the bottom line is that the new tyre did not take off here in the UK, and as far as I remember did not compliment the suspension of the European produced cars. It was a different situation in America with General motors buying a staggering 30 million tyres a year, meaning that for the time being bias belted tyres were back with a bang.

The Americans could not make radial tyres ?

The bottom line is that the American tyre companies could not make radial tyres, especially steel belted radial tyres. They did not have the technical knowledge and the early attempts to make steel belted radials was abysmal.

michelin racing tyres

michelin wet weather racing tyres

Michelin tyres were not prepared to share their superior knowledge about the way that steel belting was produced and how the steel was processed to stop the steel from rusting when penetrated by a puncture and eventually rusting the whole steel belt until the total tyre broke down causing a blow-out. Both Goodyear and Firestone tyre companies came a cropper trying to make steel belted radial tyres but this is for another blog.

RUNFLAT TYRES Could Save Your Life

With high-quality fast cars runflat tyres really make sense.

When driving on our fast roads and motorways tyre failure can be very serious, especially at the higher speeds we do today. A puncture or blow out can cause your car to loose control, if this happens it will cause your car swerve and you may end up in an accident. When happens at speed , the side wall separates from the rim flange due to the rapid drop in internal air pressure, and drops your car onto the wheel shredding off most of damaged tyre. This will cause a loss of control of your car and potentially, an accident.

Runflats will reduce this risk because of the strengthened side walls by keeping the tyre beads anchored to the wheels, even when there is a rapid air loss. This is what causes non runflat tyres to disintegrate into small pieces of rubber. In the case of a rapid air loss your runflat tyres will continue to perform safely, meaning that you don't need to stop and change your tyre, the runflats  will stay in the same shape and allow you to carry on with your journey.

Vehicles that come with runflat tyres do not carry a spare tyre, and it is not recommended to repair a run-flat tyre,(although it can be repaired the normal way if you know the history of the tyre and the tyre has not been run on whilst deflated) because they are put under a huge amount of pressure and stress and there may be internal damage to the tyres casing structure that may not visible. This is because runflat tyres carry the weight of the car on the extra-strengthened side wall, as opposed to a normal tyre which carries the weight using air pressure to support the tyres.

All the major tyre companies such as Pirelli, Michelin, Goodyear, Dunlop, Bridgestone, and Continental all manufacture runflat tyres and BMW are the largest user of run-flat tyres as Original Equipment on their cars , providing runflats as standard. Other car makers such as Audi, Chrysler and Ferrari offer run-flat tyres as original equipment on some models. Other tyre makers that supply runflat tyres include Kumho tyres,an excellentmid-range tyre and also Toyo tyres carry a good range, these are available, just look for car tyre prices with a next working day delivery in the UK.

Any vehicle equipped with these runflats should also include a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) on board their car to determine whether pressure has been lost when a puncture occurs, as it may not be noticeable by the difference in ride. Run-flat tyres maintain speed, handling and smoothness of the handling of the car when a puncture occurs, even on a motorway. A TPMS is essential to alert the driver to a loss in tyre pressure,these days TPMS are fitted as standard and are soon to become part of the MOT test.

Do not forget though that runflat tyres are not indestructible

and will eventually tear apart if driven on too fast or recklessly, . TPMS works in two different ways - either by a sensor fixed to the valve in the wheel, inside the tyre, or by using the vehicle's ABS braking system.

Run-flat tyres can potentially save you money, time (and possibly your life) by providing you with a secure safe tyre even if a puncture occurs. Many vehicles now have run-flat tyres fitted as standard ask your local tyre dealer such as Pellon tyres if you are in the Halifax area of West Yorkshire, for information to whether these specialist tyres would be suitable for your car.

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pellontyres: CONTINENTAL TYRES Are One Of The Finest

pellontyres: CONTINENTAL TYRES Are One Of The Finest

CONTINENTAL TYRES Are One Of The Finest

Continental Tyres were founded in 1871 in Hanover, Germany.

Continental Tyres was formed in 1871 in Hanover, Germany. The tyre company was established were supplying a huge range of rubber products and just for tyres to a variety of industries. Early Continental rubber products included bicycle and solid rubber carriage tyres.

In 1892 Continental were the first German company to make bicycle tyres that where completely manufactured from pure rubber. 1898 brought the first early motor vehicles and with it the first real surge in the race to make tyres for these early vehicles. These early cars were very unreliable and dangerous, but they were to become highly popular with the rich and Continental found a new outlet for its rubber(tyres}. The first car tyres made by Continental tyres where not much like the tyres of today in fact they wee completely lacking any “tread”. Between 1890 and 1900 the motor vehicle started to develop very and it was not very long before the sport of motor racing began to be popular. In 1901, the very first models of Mercedes which came equipped with Continental Tyres won the Nice to Salon and back to Nice car race a very important start for Continental tyres as it used the first “tread” on the tyres used in the race.

Back to the future now and Continental Tyres are well known for their quality in the automotive car and truck tyre industry. Made from top quality products,looking for the best mileage in mind, Continental tyres have established themselves as leaders in the World of automotive tyres. They now own many other brands including General tyre, who produce excellent 4x4 tyres and many more across the World.

Continental tyres have contributed greatly towards the development of the modern tyres

to fit modern cars and can be seen as original equipment on all of the worlds top car models. They are highly involved in the development of new car models and work very closely with the worlds leading car manufacturers, especially in Germany where Continental tyres still have a major manufacturing presence. Continental tyres are not cheap tyres but can be bought online with a next working day delivery on mainland UK.

Continental sport 5 tyres

Buying car tyres online

Whether you got a flat tyres and need a replacement

Dale fitting a new  tyre

part of our large selection om tyres

Or whether you like to keep a spare handy for any occasion, motorists will find that looking for  is going to save them money on the prices, and will give them the best tyre product selection to choose from. Due to the fact that the online tyre retailer does not have to keep a complete tyre store front ( we at Pellon tyres use the services of Britains top tyre wholesaler), they are going to carry the most extensive product line. Therefore, no matter what type car, truck, or van drivers own, they are going to have more tyre selection to choose from when purchasing the car tyres online.
Another thing drivers will find is that they are going to pay lower prices when choosing to shop online. Although this scenario is dying out as smaller companies can now get the technology to sell online) As the online retailer is strictly online, and do not have a warehouse full of inventory, or pay rent on a monthly basis for their store front, they can pass the savings on to customers. By simply ordering the tyres as the consumer orders them, the online retailer will send out the tyres directly to their customer, or will be able to fit them at there local depot, and as there are such low costs for the online merchant, the customers who buy their car tyres online will save on the prices they are going to pay.
The online retailer is also going to have a massive tyre selection. Whether you do on road or off road driving, whether you race your car, or whether you drive on rough terrains and bad road conditions, when choosing to buy car tyres online, customers are going to find a specific type of tyre for each of the road conditions. So, whether it is a smooth ride from the house to your work place, or whether you go off road driving on the weekends, the online site is going to carry tyres which meet the requirements each driver, and their car,will have.
Quality brand names, such as, Goodyear and Michelin, and the most durable tyres on the road can also be found when you choose to buy online. Whether consumers want to find the cheaper tyres, which will last them 30,000 miles, budget tyres cont seem to last as well as brand makes, or whether drivers are looking for the top quality rubber tyres which will last them 75,000 miles (plus), when they choose to shop online, they are going to have the best option, and various tyres to consider. So, comparing what is available, and finding the tyres which will meet your own carsl needs, are also some things which a consumer can do when they choose to buy  rather than with the dealer or auto centre directly.

From savings, to the tyres selection, brand name choice

and the greatest product quality, consumers are bound to find what they are looking for when they choose to shop with the best online retailer for their new tyres. Considering this option, and visiting the online site will give you the choice to compare tyres, and find the ones which are most suitable for your driving needs, in order to ensure you choose the right product when the time comes for customers to purchase your new car tyres online.

Some KUMHO TYRES Facts

Kumho tyres are a tyre company that have really taken off in the past couple years.

Customers and dealers alike across the World are becoming more and more interested in this tyre company,

Kuhmo Tyres are operated out of Korea and started tyre production in the 1960s. Before 1996 the company was known as Samyang Tyres. Kumho tyres are well known for offering quality tyres at an affordable price, this exactly what the tyre customers were looking for.

The types of vehicles that use Kumho tyres are primarily , cars, SUVs and small trucks. The company has divisions in Europe the UK and the United States . Kumho are now among the top ten tyre manufacturers in the world based on the sheer volume of tyres that they produce. Although Kumho tyres typically last longer than most economy brands, yet there are some leading tyre brands that may cost twice as much as a Kumho tyre.

The Formula 3 Euro Series in 2009 used the Kumho product, and were able to supply tyres of the best quality for this top rated racing event. Many car makers use the Kumho product for the original equipment for Chrysler, Hyundai, and Mercedes-Benz, and others.

Kumho tyres are considered by some to be superior to other tyre manufacturers because they make the tyres that are good all the year round.

The Kl-21 Eco SUV tyre is a recent upgrade. Wear and tear has been significantly reduced and the tyre has a very smooth ride, reduces fuel consumption, and is also very quiet, this is reason for the name”Eco tyre”.

The Solus KH15 tyre has been given good reviews. It has excellent traction, its treads last a long time, and road noise is kept at a minimum. This tyre fits most modern saloon cars on the roads today.

The most up to date product is the Ecsta Le Sport KU39 this new tyre is for the up to date sporty type cars that are on the market today,

technology for these tyres comes from Kumhos involvement in motor sport.

All the models in the line-up received favorable reviews. Performance in all kinds of weather was up to the Kumho standard, the tread was very durable, and the tyres were also very quiet.

Kumho is a company that are forever looking towards the future. They are designing more environmentally friendly types of tyres, including some that are made with synthetic rubber,(although this is the trend of all of the leading tyre companies)

Overall Kumho make tyres for a wide variety of vehicles covering all kinds of different weather conditions. Their tyres have proven to be long-lasting, functional, and very affordable. A Kumho tyres review has praised this company for an excellent choice for your cars tyre needs.

Wheel alignment or (tracking)

Wheel alignment or (tracking) are your car's wheels in line all the time?

They aren't necessarily. Speed bumps, high kerbs, pot holes and normal wear and tear on your car's suspension and steering could put the wheels out of alignment (tracking). Misalignment can be felt as your steering wheel may be pulling to the left or the right, in the longer term, it is your car tyres that will suffer – badly out wheel alignment can seriously reduce tyre life.

So, how can you correct poor wheel alignment, making your cars steering and braking better, as well as preserving maximum car tyres life. The good news is that car manufacturers have designed ways and means of adjusting wheel alignment. The good news again is that you can correct poor alignment at your local auto centre such as Pellon Auto centre in Halifax UK.

Good tyre companies (and some garages) have the equipment to check and adjust wheel alignment. All you have to do is take your car along and pay for the work. Then when the job is done drive away in the knowledge that your car is shipshape in the wheel alignment department.

What happens in a wheel alignment session?

Generally, three things are checked, and adjusted as necessary. The first check establishes that the car wheels are vertical, as viewed from the front or rear this is called “camber and caster”. Sometimes, the tyres may not be truly vertical this is sometimes normal. Some cars' tyres sit at a slight angle from the perpendicular. This is the camber angle, which can be adjusted to meet the car maker's specification (we use Auto-data) for our correct settings).

Wheel alignment at Pellon tyres using a laser machine

The second check involves the castor angle. Technically, the castor angle permits the wheels and tyres to return to straight ahead when the car is rolling forward with no steering input. As you know, your front wheels turn from side to side when you are turning the steering wheel (right or left). No matter how the wheels and tyres pivot, there is a line drawn through the centre of the axis on which they pivot and will be vertical. The line has to lean backwards slightly and if it doesn't, the steering will feel very odd. Again, this will be cured by adjustment.

The last check is called the 'toe'. All car suspension has a small degree of flexibility built into it (this is why your steering goes out when you hit an object). So, if the car tyres are parallel at rest, the drag between them and the road as the car moves, would cause this flexibility that would allow the wheels to splay very slightly, this is usually outwards from the bottom.

You would probably not notice this but your tyres would soon tell you that you have a wheel alignment problem, by wearing out the inner edges of their treads. So, the wheels are usually set to 'toe-in', so they run at almost parallel. If the tyres toe out, if the toe-in is too much or if the toe angle varies from side to side, the car tyres will wear out prematurely. Having your wheels aligned would cure this problem.

wheel alignment in the old days used to be checked and adjusted with a special gauge

That used a mirror and lens system. Nowadays, we measure the angles involved using laser wheel alignment equipment. In some cases, worn suspension or steering components mean that a problem will need to be rectified and then adjusted .
Is it possible to stop your car's wheels becoming misaligned and making the tyres suffer? In a word, yes. Don't kerb your car tyres. Avoid potholes and drive round every pot hole carefully. Always go over speed bumps with the tyres on one side of your car. Straddling speed bumps is a major cause of both wheel misalignment and tyre damage.

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