Enhancing Vehicle Safety through Proper Lug Nut Torquing Torque sequence, the specific pattern in which lug nuts are tightened, plays a crucial role in preventing wheel-related mishaps and mechanical failures. In response to the risks associated...
Technical
Clamping Force Evolution: Enhancing Wheel Safety
The Shift from Torque to Clamping Force In 1997, the primary focus was on ensuring that wheels had the correct torque applied to the studs, securing them to the hub. Despite torque being measurable and defined as tension on the studs, a significant...
Environmental and Geographical Impacts on Tires
Tires are engineered to be tough, but external environmental and geographical forces can wreak havoc on a tire. Forces such as temperature, weather, UV, humidity, road surfaces, and even elevation can impact a tire's performance and tire life. Heat...
Stud Piloted Wheels vs. Hub Piloted Wheels
Understanding the Basics Stud pilot wheels, also known as Budd style wheels, were the prevalent choice for wheel assembly systems before the year 2000. These wheels can be visually identified by their beveled stud holes, in contrast to hub piloted...
Improve Retreading Casings with Counteract
The Growing Popularity of Retreading in the Tire Industry Retreading has become a popular alternative to purchasing new tires because it is a more cost-effective method. Recent technological advancements in the industry have also bolstered the...
How Are Tires Made?
Manufacturing tires has come a long way over the years, and modern technology has pushed innovation to the limit by blending chemistry, physics, and engineering to produce the most efficient and reliable tires to date. The Production Process The...