SELECTING THE RIGHT TYRE

Find the Size of Your Existing Tyres
Knowing your existing tyre size is the easy first step in buying a new tyre. Tyre size is printed on the sidewall of every tyre. You can quickly find your tyre size by inspecting your existing tyres.

Cross Reference With Vehicle Manual
Because many tyres can be fitted on your vehicle, you are not always limited to buying new tyres the same size as your existing tyres. Your vehicle manual includes important information about the minimum requirements for any tyre that is fitted. Some of this information can also be found on a manufacturer’s sticker placed on the driver side door – it may also be in the glovebox. Look for:
SS (Speed Index) – The minimum speed index rating that can be fitted.
LI (Load Index) – The minimum load index rating that can be fitted.
You should never buy tyres that don’t meet the minimum recommended requirements. You can sometimes buy tyres that exceed the maximum recommended ratings, but you may be paying more for features that are not necessary.

Can I Buy Different Sized Tyres
Yes. If you are buying a new set of four tyres it is possible to buy tyres with a different size to your existing tyres. Not all tyres will be suitable but many people are surprised at the number of different tyres that are suitable.
No. If you are replacing one tyre it must be the same size as your existing tyres. It’s widely recommended to replace at least two tyres at once, so the tyres behave the same on one of your vehicle’s axes.

Uniform Tyre Quality Grading (UTQG)
Tyres are graded using a uniformed system that has been adopted in most of the world. This system allows you to compare tyres objectively and select the one that is best suited to your vehicle.
Treadwear: This rating is an indication of how durable the rubber and tread on the tyre are. The higher the number the longer the tyre will last. For example, tyres rated at 420 will potentially last twice the time as those at 200. If you’re regularly driving off road or seeking extended durability then look for tyres with a rating of 300 or more because off-road driving causes more impact and wear: a rating of 700 is outstanding. The exact amount of time your tyres can last is also based on how you check your tyres and how you care for your tyres in the Middle East.
Traction: This grade tells you about a tyre’s ability to stop. Grade AA is the highest and grace C is the lowest. If you like to drive fast or like to maximise the safety of your vehicle, look for tyres with the high grades.
Temperature: Tyres get hot when you are driving, especially when you are driving for long distances or at high speeds. The temperature rating shows how resistant the tyre is to these high temperatures. Grade A is the highest and grade C is the lowest that should be considered. This temperature rating is very important in the Middle East, particularly in summer, when the baking roads and high air temperature put more pressure on your tyres.

Warranty for Tyres in the Middle East
All tyres should come with a warranty, just like any electronics item you buy from a store. The longer the warranty the more confidence you can have in the tyre. Remember to ask about the warranty when buying your tyres.