…sizing with a lower profile tire often leads to more responsive handling and a better cosmetic appearance. Notice that while the wheel diameter increases, the tire profile decreases. It's that simple. You don't have to do the math on your own! Our website fitment specialists already know what size…
…substantial tire size increases with both height and width. Let's look at an example of a popular increase in tire size with a top-rated On-/Off-Road All-Terrain tire. Check out the difference in size between 265/70R17 and the larger 285/70R17 size below. The larger 285/70R17 tire in the photo…
…and increasing stability. A Plus Sizing rule of thumb is to increase tire width by 10 millimeters and decrease sidewall height by 5 to 10 percent for each 1-inch increase in wheel diameter. You will often find only +/- a few tenths of an inch difference in the overall diameter of the tires, as…
…the tire size's section width and with the tire size's aspect ratio. As tire section width increases, the measuring rim width increases proportionately in 1/2" increments. Therefore, relatively narrow wheel widths are assigned for smaller tires while wider wheel widths are assigned for larger tires.…
When creating a Plus Size fitment, the section width of the tire increases and the sidewall height decreases. The contact patch of the tire changes shape by becoming shorter and wider. While the shape changes, the size (area) of the contact patch remains relatively unchanged. * High aspect ratio =…
…proportionately larger P-metric sized tires for their vehicles to help offset the forces and loads resulting from a light truck's higher center of gravity and increased possibility of being occasionally "overloaded." For example, P235/75R15 P-metric sized, standard load tires used on cars and light…
…increase in dry grip traction during the summer months, however, when it comes to winter traction a narrower tire is more effective in cutting through snow and is often more economical. As a moderator of a few BMW forums, I'm often asked if one can eliminate the stagger set-up and run the same size…
…$400 - $500 per axle. (New Tire Diameter / Original Tire Diameter) X Original Axle Ratio = Required Axle Ratio Example: (32.5" / 27") X 3.50 Original Axle Ratio = 4.20 Required Axle Ratio Related Links * Diameter Comparison of Light Truck Tire Sizes * Dual Tires for Light Truck Use * Load Range…
…and increasing stability. A Plus Sizing rule of thumb is to increase tire width by 10 millimeters and decrease sidewall height by 5 to 10 percent for each 1-inch increase in wheel diameter. You will often find only +/- a few tenths of an inch difference in the overall diameter of the tires, as…
…smaller combination (for example, 225/50R17-sized tires to 215/60R16-sized tires on 16" wheels) will reduce your cost while increasing your vehicle's wintertime traction. A Minus Size Tire and Wheel Minus Sizing combines taller profile tires with smaller diameter wheels. Begin finding a…
…tires in favor of the 2012 Honda Accord SE Sedan's 215/60R16-sized winter tires on 16" wheels. While only a small dimensional difference, this combination will reduce your cost while increasing your vehicle's wintertime traction. A Minus Size Tire and Wheel Minus Sizing uses traditional Plus Sizing…
…an increase in tire size—but bigger tires tend to have lower profiles, which decreases the amount of tire shown. The focus, obviously, remains on the wheels. (And with that increase in tire sizes comes additional performance benefits. Larger diameter wheels and lower profile tires increase…
…tire manufacturers are starting to release fuel efficient low rolling resistance tires in SUV sizes. Bridgestone recently released the Ecopia EP422 in the popular 235/65-17 size (current price is $116* plus shipping). 235/65-17 is a common Original Equipment size (please double check your size) on…
…T121 Temporary/Compact Spare tires was developedfor Original Equipment applications that allow vehicle manufacturers to increase available trunk space and reduce overall vehicle weight compared to using full-size spare tires and wheels. In the event of a flat tire due to a puncture, cut, road…
…T121 Temporary/Compact Spare tires was developedfor Original Equipment applications that allow vehicle manufacturers to increase available trunk space and reduce overall vehicle weight compared to using full-size spare tires and wheels. In the event of a flat tire due to a puncture, cut, road…
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