Why homologated tires are better or worse than others
- June 15, 2022
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Most drivers understand what these or those numbers and markings on the sidewalls of tires mean, but the word “homologated” can cast doubt on even advanced drivers. Is
Most drivers understand what these or those numbers and markings on the sidewalls of tires mean, but the word “homologated” can cast doubt on even advanced drivers. Is it not? The AvtoVzglyad portal found out how homologated tires differ from the rest.
In a conversation about tires with sales managers at tire centers or with people close to the car industry, you hear the word ‘homologated’. What does this unknown word mean and is it worth buying such tires?
First, let’s understand what the term “homologation” means. And here the usual explanatory dictionary will help us, stating that homologation is the improvement of an object. In other words, improving the properties, technical characteristics and other things. The end result is that the product meets the standards and requirements set by the end user (this can be companies as well as individual citizens).
Now it is worth transferring the concept of “homologation” directly to tires. In order to emphasize certain driving characteristics of their cars, car manufacturers impose certain requirements on tires that are supplied directly to production. Factory car tire companies make improvements to the models selected by the car manufacturer, changing handling, cornering stability and braking dynamics for the better. Or some design flaws of the car are masked – the same insufficient sound insulation.
For example, homologated tires for cars with a touch of sportiness can get smaller grooves in the tread, and even with the addition of ribs, which in turn strengthen the sidewalls of the tire, improving handling. Yes, in this case, the skew can turn out in another – for example, the noise indicator will deteriorate. And here manufacturers look for a compromise solution that is suitable for everyone. Let’s say they change the composition of the rubber compound. And maybe the car manufacturer itself changes something in the car – by adding acoustic comfort.
If you buy a car in the showroom, as a rule, the tires installed on it from the factory are homologated and differ in some way from the same model, but are offered in a store network. However, homologated tires can also be purchased in stores. The only thing is that you should always contact the seller about the availability of such tires on sale.
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In a conversation about tires with sales managers at tire centers or with people close to the car industry, you hear the word ‘homologated’. What does this unknown word mean and is it worth buying such tires?
First, let’s understand what the term “homologation” means. And here the usual explanatory dictionary will help us, stating that homologation is the improvement of an object. In other words, improving the properties, technical characteristics and other things. The end result is that the product meets the standards and requirements set by the end user (this can be companies as well as individual citizens).
Now it is worth transferring the concept of “homologation” directly to tires. In order to emphasize certain driving characteristics of their cars, car manufacturers impose certain requirements on tires that are supplied directly to production. Factory car tire companies make improvements to the models selected by the car manufacturer, changing handling, cornering stability and braking dynamics for the better. Or some design flaws of the car are masked – the same insufficient sound insulation.
For example, homologated tires for cars with a touch of sportiness can get smaller grooves in the tread, and even with the addition of ribs, which in turn strengthen the sidewalls of the tire, improving handling. Yes, in this case, the skew can turn out in another – for example, the noise indicator will deteriorate. And here manufacturers look for a compromise solution that is suitable for everyone. Let’s say they change the composition of the rubber compound. And maybe the car manufacturer itself changes something in the car – by adding acoustic comfort.
If you buy a car in the showroom, as a rule, the tires installed on it from the factory are homologated and differ in some way from the same model, but are offered in a store network. However, homologated tires can also be purchased in stores. The only thing is that you should always contact the seller about the availability of such tires on sale.
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