High Speed Balance

…your speed increases, it's probably balance related. The other primary cause of vibrations is that the tire and wheel assembly isn't perfectly round. Face it, if we go out far enough past the decimal point, nothing is perfectly round. This includes your wheels and tires. The problem is when the high…

…settings allow the vehicle manufacturer to balance steering effort, high speed stability and front end cornering effectiveness. Increasing the amount of positive caster will increase steering effort and straight line tracking, as well as improve high speed stability and cornering effectiveness.…

…three to four ounces, or about one-half of one percent. So, if the tire and wheel combination isn't balanced with add-on weights, being off even an ounce or two can cause vibration at highway speeds. Heavier tire and wheel combinations, especially those used on light trucks, require more weights to…

…Enough for All Seasons Air Pressure - Tire Inflation Air Pressure - Correct, Underinflated & Overinflated Air Pressure / Load Adjustment for High Speed Driving Air Pressure vs. Dry Performance Air Pressure vs. Wet Performance Air Pressure, Temperature Fluctuations Air Pressure, Time Fluctuations…

The ADVAN S.T. is Yokohama's Street/Sport Truck Summer tire developed to deliver a balance of high-speed capability, handling and comfort required by new-generation performance SUVs. The ADVAN S.T. is designed to adda new dimension to SUV performance that boosts driving pleasure, high-speed…

Are you a driver who's looking for a high speed rated tire with responsive handling? Would you like these characteristics without also having to purchase a set of dedicated winter tires? Then an Ultra High Performance All-Season tire might be the right option for you. This class of tires allows…

…goes to 11." — Tire Rack Consumer Review, Mazda Protege, MD "Excellent value in a fine handling High Performance Summer tire. Tires balance nicely, track well at high speed, and do not vibrate. Steering response, handling, sound level, and ride are as good or better than the original…

…large outboard shoulder, interlocking tread blocks and a central circumferential rib to enhance dry road steering response, high speed stability and cornering precision. High angle tread blocks in the intermediate ribs promote longitudinal stiffness to improve straight-line braking forces, while…

…is intended for drivers of sports cars, sporty coupes and high performance sedans who need year-round performance. With a distinctive tread pattern and well balanced grip and handling, this tire is designed for enthusiasts who need to balance performance and practicality. It molds all-season tread…

…vehicle, the anti-roll bar is commonly used to adjust the handling balance of the vehicle and limit the amount of sway or body roll during cornering. In essence, an anti-roll bar works as a torsion spring, so as you approach a high speed corner, the vehicle will begin to lean downward toward the…

…noticeable at highway speeds or on certain road surfaces. On the other hand, tires that have sub-par traction and sloppy steering response can remove much of the sporty handling and fun of the Nissan Altima. Take a look at tires from the Grand Touring All-Season and Ultra High Performance All-Season…

As a replacement for their popular Potenza RE960AS Pole Position, Bridgestone's newest Ultra High Performance All-Season tire has big shoes to fill. Much like its predecessor, the new Potenza RE970AS Pole Position features a directional tread design with a host of biting edges for all-season…

…the racetrack, the brakes are often the weakest link. While a street car's brakes usually only need to deliver maximum braking force from high speed on emergency occasions, a car on a racetrack uses maximum braking repeatedly, often with very little time to cool down. Overheated brakes quickly…