Tire knowledge
Guides for the counter and the bay.
Practical reference for tire shops, repair shops and fleet managers.
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How to Read a Tire Sidewall
Decode width, aspect ratio, construction, rim size and service description in seconds.
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Load Index vs. Load Range
What the numbers and letters mean, and why LT replacements need care.
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Tread Depth and Wear Patterns
Legal minimums, measuring, and what irregular wear tells you.
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TPMS and Fitment Basics
Sensors, relearns and plus-sizing without surprises.
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Winter vs. All-Season Tires
When to stock which, and how to sell the difference on Long Island.
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Commercial Tires: Retread vs. New
Where retreads make sense for fleets and where to use new.
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Tire Storage and Stock Rotation
Keep inventory fresh and sellable on your rack.
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Reading DOT Date Codes
Find a tire's manufacture date and answer the age question.