Glossary “tire carcass” Definition:
The plies that make up the underbody of the tire.
What is tire?
tire casing
Glossary “tire casing” Definition:
Layers of cord called plies on which the rubber tread is applied.
tire balancing
Glossary “tire balancing” Definition:
Procedure of using special equipment for identifying the lighter portions of a tire and adding weights until opposite tire sections weigh the same.
tire bead
Glossary “tire bead” Definition:
Term used for bead.
tire belt
Glossary “tire belt” Definition:
Term used for belt.
tire black
Glossary “tire black” Definition:
Black liquid dressing used to refresh the appearance of tires.
tire aspect ratio
Glossary “tire aspect ratio” Definition:
Term used for aspect ratio. Also known as series number.
tire
Glossary “tire” Definition:
1). Air filled or solid covering for a wheel, normally of rubber. 2). Device made of rubber, fabric and other materials that, when filled with fluid or gas under pressure and mounted on a wheel, cushions and sustains the imposed load. Tires contribute to the ride and steering quality of a vehicle and play a significant role in vehicle safety. Tires must be designed to carry the weight of the vehicle, transfer braking and driving torque to the road, and withstand side thrust over varying speeds and conditions.