How do I find my tyre size?
You can find your car’s tyre size written on the sidewall of your current set of tyres, in your vehicle’s handbook or on a sticker in the door jam or inside the fuel cap door. When buying new tyres you should only go for ones that have these same numbers to ensure a good fit.
Can I change tyre size on my car?
For a safe upgrade, the tyre size cannot be increased by more than three percent of the car’s original total tyre diameter. Any difference of more than three percent is just not recommended.
What tyres can I put on my car?
One way to find which tyres would be correct for you would be to look at the sticker that’s usually found on the inside of the driver side door jamb – this is the same sticker that you can find tyre pressure on.
What size tyre can I put on my rim?
Equivalency table
| Rim width | Minimum tyre width | Ideal tyre width |
|---|---|---|
| 5,5 Inches | 165 mm | 175 or 185 mm |
| 6,0 Inches | 175 mm | 185 or 195 mm |
| 6,5 Inches | 185 mm | 195 or 205 mm |
| 7,0 Inches | 195 mm | 205 or 215 mm |
How do you read tyre sizes UK?
Tyre Size
- Tyre width. The first three digits.
- Aspect ratio. The fourth and fifth digits of the tyre code that immediately follow the tyre width.
- Radial. Radial tyres are marked with the letter R.
- Wheel diameter. The next two digits represent the size of the wheel rim that the tyre can be fitted to.
Can I replace 235 tires with 245?
The quick answer is yes you can replace 245/50-18 tyres with 235/50-18 but they will have 10mm (0.4 in) smaller overall diameter. Will only slightly effect speedo and odometer – ie speedo will read about 1.5% high.
Can I fit 185 tyres instead of 175?
Yes. The 185 is the width of the tire. Most rims that support a 175mm wide tires will easily handle a 185mm wide tire. 185/70R15 is a typical tire size.
What do the numbers mean on a tyre size?
The number is the percentage of the width of the tyre. It is commonly known as the “aspect ratio”. So, the profile of our example tyre is 55% of 205mm, or 112.75mm. This number also increases in increments of 5. 16 is the rim size, or the diameter of the inside of the tyre.
What does 91 mean on tyres?
It indicates the maximum load a tyre can safely carry when driving at the maximum speed permitted. It is absolutely forbidden to use tyres with a lower load index than the one recommended for a particular car model. For example, a tyre with a load index of 91 may be subject to a maximum load of 615 kg.
What is the difference between 235 65r17 and 245 65r17?
The tires you have now, 235/65-17, are about 9.25 inches wide and 29 inches tall. The 245s on the other hand are 9.65 inches wide and 29-1/2 inches tall. On vehicles, especially newer vehicles, there is very little space to go to a larger tire without making other modifications.
What does the J mean on wheels?
tyre bead profile
The letter “J” means a tyre bead profile. This is the marking used to define the wheel collar profile you should never ignore. Wheel collars and tyres must be compatible.
Why is it so hard to find 15 inch tires?
But yes, there has been a decline in the availability of tires for a 15 inch diameter wheel, mostly due to the decrease in OEM demand because of larger brakes and wheels being sold on vehicles from the factory. The topic has been beat to death over the last 5 years or so and is nothing new.
What is the difference between a 175 and a 185 tire?
The 185 would have a diameter of 24.65 inches while the 175 would have a diameter of 24.02 inches. The section width, or thickness of the tires differs is slightly more noticeable. The 185 would be 7.28 inches wide while the 175 is 6.89 inches wide.
Do you have to tell insurance about tyres?
a. But that aside, plus sizing your tyres without informing your insurer may invalidate your insurance. In case of such modification, informing your insurer by phone (or writing) may do the trick. It may result in an increase in premium. But you get to do what you want and still have a valid insurance.
What is Kwik Fit’s tyre check service?
Every one of our Kwik Fit centres nationwide offers a free no obligation tyre check which is ideal if you are worried about the condition of your tyres or if you’d like our technicians to inspect your tyres before providing advice and recommendations for the best fit replacements. To book, please enter your vehicle registration below.
Does Kwik Fit do wheel alignment checks?
Wheel Alignment and Tracking Checking your wheel alignment on your car or van regularly can prolong the life of your tyres by up to 12,000 miles, increase fuel efficiency and fix steering issues. Kwik Fit offers a free wheel alignment check to ensure your wheels are properly aligned and reduce the likelihood of steering and suspension issues.
How can I check the condition of my tyres?
If you’re still unsure about your tyre condition, or there’s something you can’t find information on, then be sure to book your car in for a free tyre check at your local Kwik Fit.
Does one size fit all when it comes to tyres?
When it comes to putting new tyres on your vehicle, it isn’t a case of one size fits all. If you need to find out what tyres you need, or want answers to some of the more common questions when it comes to tyre size, we’ve put together all the information needed to help you out. Can I change my tyre size?