Few drivers appreciate the importance of tires until they’re stranded on the side of the road with a flat. The truth is every mile we drive depends on these rubber donuts. In spite of their importance ...

Repairing a tire properly requires it be demounted from the rim so it can be inspected on the outside and inside, remove damaged material, fill the void with rubber and seal the innerliner with a ...

Tire repair on the trail or on the highway can be, well, can be a pain in the ass. It’s especially so if you don’t have the right equipment. Having the right tools with you at all times is the key.

Underinflated tyres cause the sidewalls to flex more thus effectively ‘weakening’ it. This can result in cracking and punctures. You can overinflate tyres by 2-3PSI over the recommended level in case ...

Establishing the repairability of a tire begins with a visual inspection. Always inspect tires before doing any repair on the tire itself. Tires that are worn to the tire’s treadwear indicators -- or ...

It's no secret that tires play a crucial role in the vehicle's functionality, which is why doing everything necessary to ensure they can effectively perform on the road isn't the kind of thing ...

One tire myth that continues to resurface is based on a fictional regulation stating that punctures in steer tires cannot be repaired and returned to the front axle of a vehicle. The confusion is ...

WASHINGTON—Throughout March, the Rubber Manufacturers Association will offer free tire repair wall charts and handouts to tire dealers and auto service locations across the U.S., the RMA said. RMA ...

I love two-seater, RWD convertibles and own a 2004 Mazdaspeed Miata for pavement fun and a lifted 2001 Miata for pre-running. I race air-cooled Volkswagens in desert races like the Mint 400 and the ...