Research-based tire guides for cars, light trucks, trailers and off-road vehicles, to help you choose the right size, load range and tread for the way you drive. Written by Emam Hasan.
Quick Summary / At A Glance Well-kept trailer tyres typically last four to six years, and age matters as much as tread depth. Trailer tyre durability is decided mainly by inflation, loading, storage and driving habits. Under-inflation is the biggest killer: it builds heat inside the tyre and weakens its structure. ST (special trailer) tyres
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How to read ST radial and bias trailer tire sizes, a chart of common sizes with real dimensions, and where to find the correct size for your trailer.
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Choosing tires for an off-road or overland trailer? Compare heavy-duty ST radials with LT all-terrain tires and see the trailer tire brands owners trust.
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Most trailer tire failures start with one of two mistakes: running the trailer tire pressure below the rated figure or loading them past their capacity. Trailer tires do not get the warning signs a car driver feels in the steering wheel, so a slow leak or an overloaded axle can go unnoticed until a blowout.
How big a tire you can fit depends on wheel well space, rim width, load rating and diameter change. See truck and car examples, the 3% rule and plus sizing.
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Want to know how tall a 275/60R20 really is, or whether a bigger tire will fit your truck? You do not need special software: use the free tire size calculator below, or work it out by hand. Every metric tire size contains everything required to work out its height, width and sidewall in inches. This
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The best trailer tires are those that are durable, have a high load carrying capacity, good traction, and are suited for the terrain and conditions they will be used in. When selecting the best tires for your trailer, factors such as size, weight rating, and type of tire should also be considered. Proper tire maintenance,
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Should trailer tires be balanced? Car tires always are, so it surprises many owners to learn that trailer tires often leave the factory unbalanced. Some trailer makers and tire shops say it does not matter; others say every trailer tire should be balanced. The honest answer is that it depends on the trailer, the speed
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Trailer tires usually age out in three to five years, long before the tread wears. Here is how to read their age, spot warning signs and choose replacements.
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When to put on winter tires? The best time is when daytime temperatures stay at or below 7°C (45°F), not when the first snow falls. Below that point, the rubber in summer and all-season tires starts to stiffen and lose grip, even on dry roads. Most drivers in Canada and the northern U.S. reach that
