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'Dangerous' used tyres put lives at risk, councils warn

Motorists are being urged to check used tyres over before they buy.
By James Fossdyke May 20, 2019
Motorsport F1

F1 'short of tyres' for four-segment qualifying

Formula 1 teams remain sceptical that the idea of a Q4 qualifying session next year will work unless they are given extra tyres by Pirelli.
By Jonathan Noble Apr 08, 2019
Safety One in eight drivers would buy

One in eight drivers would buy 'safety risk' part-worn tyres

One in five has bought second-hand tyres in the past, despite safety warnings.
By James Fossdyke Apr 04, 2019
11:32 Technology Here’s what those numbers and letters on a tyre sidewall mean

Here’s what those numbers and letters on a tyre sidewall mean

Learn how to "read" tyres.
By Anthony Karr Mar 29, 2019
06:38 Weird Can 25,000 rubber bands be used as a tyre? Russia finds out

Can 25,000 rubber bands be used as a tyre? Russia finds out

Can you replace one type of rubber with another? Sort of.
By Cam VanDerHorst Mar 13, 2019
03:16 Geneva Motor Show Goodyear Aero Tiltrotor tyre concept doesn

Goodyear Aero Tiltrotor tyre concept doesn't need roads

Among all the neat concepts at the Geneva Motor Show, this could be the coolest.
By Christopher Smith Mar 06, 2019
09:50 Technology Video proves winter tyres vastly superior to all-seasons in snow

Video proves winter tyres vastly superior to all-seasons in snow

Acceleration is pretty close, but stopping and turning are important, too.
By Christopher Smith Feb 24, 2019
02:13 Motorsport Why is Porsche selling vinyl records made from 919 hybrid’s tyres?

Why is Porsche selling vinyl records made from 919 hybrid’s tyres?

The last set of tyres from the 2017 Le Mans win were used to make vinyl records.
By Cam VanDerHorst Feb 19, 2019
Motorsport Pirelli

Pirelli's reveals shiny tyres for 2019

Pirelli's Formula 1 tyres will have a shiny new look in 2019 as the result of a new production method being used to help get rid of imperfections.
By Jonathan Noble Feb 18, 2019
11:51 Weird Hoonigan killed all tyres, now drifts on wood wheels

Hoonigan killed all tyres, now drifts on wood wheels

What happens when you run out of rubber? Plywood is the next best thing, right?
By Cam VanDerHorst Feb 17, 2019
Weird Lexus UX gets Nike Air Force 1-inspired tyres

Lexus UX gets Nike Air Force 1-inspired tyres

Lexus teamed up with John Elliot to create this a one-of-a-kind tyre.
By Jeff Perez Feb 12, 2019
08:04 Weird Who knew looking at tyres could be so soothing?

Who knew looking at tyres could be so soothing?

Enjoy the sights and sounds of tyres being mounted, balanced, cleaned, and installed.
By Cam VanDerHorst Feb 04, 2019
For Sale Bugatti Veyron wheel and tyre set yours for just £75,000

Bugatti Veyron wheel and tyre set yours for just £75,000

That's actually a pretty good deal compared to what Bugatti is asking for a complete set.
By Adrian Padeanu Jan 29, 2019
09:45 Technology Do you need winter tyres if you have 4WD?

Do you need winter tyres if you have 4WD?

It’s the debate that is as old as time. Do you need winter tyres even though you have 4WD?
By Matthew Eugenio Nov 22, 2018
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