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How to choose tires for 4X4 & SUVs


Choosing tires for your vehicle can sometimes seem like the ultimate task but not when there’s someone to help you out! When you are choosing tires for 4X4 or SUVs, you have got to be extra careful because they carry heavy loads in general and might not work to the desired effect under all conditions, for example, rain, sleet, snow or harsh terrains. Today, let us guide you a bit about how to choose the right tire for your 4X4 or SUV.
·         Keep the tires same across. Make sure they are from the same manufacturer, are of the same type, load, speed rating etc. and follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully

·         4X4 tires can be broken down into 4 categories based on the terrain they are designed for. They are:

  •   Road tire for saloon cars: These are designed for urban use so they are highly responsive when it comes to corners and straights
  • Mixed tires for SUVs: These tires are especially built for SUVs. They have very rugged tread pattern and a sharp design and they perform equally well on the road and off it. With their reinforced tread patterns and sidewells, they are strong and are built to last
  • Then we have the last kind of tire which is the all-terrain tire meant for hill climbing. They have reinforced tread patterns and sidewells which give a great performance in hilly terrains and in off-road performance 

·         Other than these, keep a few pointers in mind that will come to your help. These are:

  • Load index should always be greater or equal to the original tire index
  • The load index must be greater than or equal to the index of the original tyre and must be suited to the maximum load per vehicle axle
  • The manufacturer’s recommendations should be followed to the T if you want your tire to perform at its best
  • The wheel must be compatible with the tire dimensions.

For best results, choose Dunlop Tires from Salama TireService Centres for better life and durability. You can visit us at our service centres for better advice. Find out your nearest centre from link of location finder

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