Trailer Tires

The best travel trailer tires for campers and RV trailers, comparing load range, speed rating and durability, plus safety tips to avoid blowouts.

Boat trailer tires do a tough job. They carry a heavy load, sit unused for weeks, roll down wet ramps, get dunked in fresh or salt water, and then run at highway speed to the lake or coast. When they fail, it is usually far from home, with a boat behind you. So it pays

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

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.

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.

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.

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,

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

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.