…on the tire's performance at its limit. While the drivers thought that the properly inflated tires provided responsiveness and predictable handling, they quickly realized that the same tires in an under-inflated state left a lot to be desired. The under-inflated tires required more steering input to…
…patches on the front tires and decreasing the contact patch on the rear tires. There really isn't a good way to handle it. Steering through it while keeping the throttle constant is about the only way to have a chance at saving it. I had the opportunity to drive a skid car at the Mid-Ohio Driving…
…so he is always pulling heavy loads of paver bricks or a skid steer-er or some times both. The tire of choice for his business has been the Michelin LTX M/S for a few years now with great success on his 4X4 3/4 ton truck. These tires see about the worst of conditions, its hot down in the Carolina's…
…tires are flexible, the contact patch is different when the vehicle is in motion from when it is static. What I liked best about the tire was the crisp steering response, its wet and dry grip and great on-center feel. These factors were very evident as I was coaching young drivers during the Tire…
…in a large parking lot near home and get a feel for how steering into a corner actually helps keep control! If you can't find a safe place to do this, give the Mid-Ohio Driving Schoool a try. If you have a teen, enroll them in a Tire Rack Street Survival school and give them great experience…
…are several things you should NOT do. Don't increase your steering angle, because the tires have already lost grip and increasing the steering will only make it worse. Don't hit the brakes because the front tires are already skidding, and more brake pressure will only make it worse. So, what can…
…and the driver's input will potentially cause the vehicle to exceed the tire's ability to provide traction. Tires maximize the effectiveness of these systems. Here's how: * Anti-lock braking systems help prevent skidding during panic stops by monitoring how fast the wheels are rolling and…
…was that it wasn't a problem with grip, the winter tire did just fine when it was on a car with all four winter / snow tires. The problem was the difference in how the tire reacted to direction change and lift-off over steer. With all four tires reacting at the same pace (think spring rate or…
…and inspect your tires for damage and wear. If possible, let them cool while they are off the ground Your tire's tread temperatures as read by a pyrometer will "never" be even across your tire's tread (Unless you have just completed a successful tuning session on a skid pad.) Tire pressure increases…
…the skid. Once the vehicle stops skidding, straighten out the wheel to complete your turn. This is easier said than done as we saw in the video. Of course, having the right tires means you're less likely to be skidding in the first place. Make sure you have optimal dedicated winter / snow tires…
…tire out of the bunch was the General AltiMAX RT. On the road ride, the tire showed good responsiveness and steering control. And while all the tires created some level of road noise, the General was the quietest. On our wet test track, the AltiMAX RT inspired more confidence coming around the skid…
…capabilities to the traction provided by your tires. Anti-lock braking systems help prevent locking your tires and skidding by selectively releasing pressure and pumping the brakes. So while your anti-lock brake system helps maintain steering control and directional stability, your stopping…
… These tires are sure-footed in any weather. The steering feel is precise with just a hint of numbness. The side-walls hold up well in hard cornering. Bumps and ruts are well muted. Most importantly, I dont feel any sense of dread or fear when caught in rain squalls%3B these tires simply dont…
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