Articles from Article Alley, tagged with "tread depth" http://www.articlealley.com en-us editorial@articlealley.com What Happens to a Tire as It Ages? For years, people have relied on a tire's tread depth to determine its condition. But the rubber compounds in a tire deteriorate with time, regardless of the condition of the tread. An old tire poses a safety hazard. For some people, old tires might neve... http://www.articlealley.com/http://daisy11.articlealley.com/what-happens-to-a-tire-as-it-ages-2426253.html 16th May 2012 Protect Cars In Winter! But how? Consider using snow tires. The condition of your car's tires is critical during the winter. If the tires are worn or if they are high-performance tires, braking, acceleration and handling all suffer on slippery roads. Because of reduced vehicle capabiliti... http://www.articlealley.com/http://daisy11.articlealley.com/protect-cars-in-winter-but-how-2412153.html 06th February 2012 Take every van security and safety precaution in harsh weather conditions Professional van drivers must be proficient in controlling their vehicles in snowy and icy conditions in order to work throughout the winter period. Here are some van safety and security tips to help you through the harsh weather. As the weather gets c... http://www.articlealley.com/http://visiontechniques.articlealley.com/take-every-van-security-and-safety-precaution-in-harsh-weather-conditions-2406977.html 19th January 2012 Car / SUVs / Passenger Vehicles - Tyre Safety & Saving Tips to increase life of your tyres Tyre Safety & Saving Tips Make sure you not only select the right tyres, but also regularly maintain them to ensure they perform at their best. 1. Contact Patch A big job for a small surface § The part of your tyre that is actually in contact... http://www.articlealley.com/http://delhipriya.articlealley.com/car--suvs--passenger-vehicles--tyre-safety--saving-tips-to-increase-life-of-your-tyres-2386798.html 12th November 2011 lincoln wheels Here you will get it : lincoln wheels The legal limit for tread depth is 1.6 mm. But, most tire manufacturers suggest acquiring a new set when the depth reaches 3 mm. While it really is simple to be cynical about their suggestion, this is a circumstance ... http://www.articlealley.com/http://normanhardin.articlealley.com/lincoln-wheels-2379754.html 20th October 2011 Choosing the Correct Winter Tyres Pretty much no matter where a person lives in the UK, they are going to be exposed at some point to cold temperatures in the winter. And, of course, along with cold weather comes snow and ice, which can be a nightmare to drive on. Not only are these condi... http://www.articlealley.com/http://jenniferbiggins.articlealley.com/choosing-the-correct-winter-tyres-2369364.html 07th October 2011 When to Replace Your Car Tyres Anybody who owns a car knows that there is a lot of care and maintenance that needs to be done in order to keep the car running its best and enable it to last its owner for a long time. One of the most common things that require replacement or repair on j... http://www.articlealley.com/http://jenniferbiggins.articlealley.com/when-to-replace-your-car-tyres-2369336.html 07th October 2011 Aren't You Scared Of Hydroplaning? I'm super scared! Whenever it rains I always have my mom or someone else drive me places. Anyway .. Do you know what direction your 12" Used Tires are supposed to go when you hydroplane? Do you know what you’re supposed to do when you hydroplane? Hopef... http://www.articlealley.com/http://allusedtires.articlealley.com/arent-you-scared-of-hydroplaning-2211008.html 05th May 2011 Tire Construction & Safety: Get Some Peace of Mind for Enjoyable Off-Road Motorcycle Riding Copyright (c) 2011 John V When you get outdoors, riding your motorcycle in the thick muck, where you won't find traffic lights or any signs of civilization, you're going to want a pair of quality off-road dirt tires. The only thing standing between you... http://www.articlealley.com/http://johnvantine.articlealley.com/tire-construction--safety-get-some-peace-of-mind-for-enjoyable-offroad-motorcycle-riding-2182952.html 13th April 2011 Building Safe Spiral Staircases through the IRC 2006 Stair Building Code The IRC or the International Residential Code has very specific safety requirements for building stairs. These requirements cover measurements of all aspects or parts of the stairs. This is to avoid risks of accidents and to attempt to create a standard i... http://www.articlealley.com/http://candierossler.articlealley.com/building-safe-spiral-staircases-through-the-irc-2006-stair-building-code-2099326.html 08th March 2011 Basic Tire Maintenance "There are two causes of tire failure: defects in manufacturing which happen when a company fails to meet the safety standards, and poor maintenance of consumers. The vast majority of tire failure incidents were caused by poor maintenance which means tha... http://www.articlealley.com/http://mesrianilaw2.articlealley.com/basic-tire-maintenance-2062499.html 23rd February 2011 Get Ready for Fall and Winter With San Pedro Auto Service Fall is here and winter is right around the corner, so now’s the time to make sure your car is safe and ready for the change in season. Colder, rainy weather will soon be upon us, so there are several fall and winter maintenance tips you should follow to ... http://www.articlealley.com/http://mitchharmatz.articlealley.com/get-ready-for-fall-and-winter-with-san-pedro-auto-service-1811142.html 26th October 2010 Protect Your SUV And Your Safety Winter brings about changes in the environment that affects the driving conditions. For most part, it causes does not offer a safe driving situation. Snow and ice can often bring unwarranted risks and dangers on the road. But you can definitely avoid that... http://www.articlealley.com/http://wursti.articlealley.com/protect-your-suv-and-your-safety-1594659.html 10th June 2010 Importance of A Car Inspection Car inspection safety is important before you purchase a car. You never know if the parts may come loose while you're on the road and this can be dangerous for both you and other drivers out there. Before you buy a car, you should take the initiative and ... http://www.articlealley.com/http://darkangel82.articlealley.com/importance-of-a-car-inspection-1593175.html 09th June 2010 Preparing Your Car for winter People start preparing for winter even before the first snowflake falls. You buy coats and jackets to ward off the cold, you winter-proof your house and buy all the necessary things you need in case a snowstorm hits. Other than that, you also prepare your... http://www.articlealley.com/http://wursti.articlealley.com/preparing-your-car-for-winter-1586846.html 04th June 2010 Useful Tips For Winter Travel Interior Design: How your car operates on the inside is just as important to how it functions on the outside. · Inspect floor for cracks or holes that may allow dangerous (and toxic) exhaust gases into your vehicle. · Ensure that your heater (and... http://www.articlealley.com/http://altongonzalez.articlealley.com/useful-tips-for-winter-travel-1559159.html 20th May 2010 Bridgestone Ecopia It looks like everyone is wanting to do their own part to make this world a better place to live in. As we all know, Bridgestone manufactures tires for any driver & for any vehicle; but now, they're even producing tires for those of us who want to be as e... http://www.articlealley.com/http://wheelsandrims1.articlealley.com/bridgestone-ecopia-1541097.html 11th May 2010 Safety Tips for Tires Would you agree that tires are the most important & the most significant part of your vehicle? I agree, also. Most people often pay no attention to the things that literally get your car to where you need to go. Not a lot of consumers realize that tires a... http://www.articlealley.com/http://wheelsandrims1.articlealley.com/safety-tips-for-tires-1508973.html 20th April 2010 Getting Your Car Ready For A MOT Service Once your vehicle reaches the age three, then you have to put it through an annual MOT Test by law. The MOT Test is regulated very strictly and as part of this, you can only take your vehicle to approved MOT test centres. What is checked in a MOT Test... http://www.articlealley.com/http://kendavids.articlealley.com/getting-your-car-ready-for-a-mot-service-1472155.html 26th March 2010 Spiral Staircase - How to Know if a Spiral Stair is Right for You? So you are considering a spiral stair for your project. Great, but before you start there are a number of things you need to consider to make sure a spiral stair is right for you. One of the first things you need to consider is whether or not you need to ... http://www.articlealley.com/http://samsaxton.articlealley.com/spiral-staircase--how-to-know-if-a-spiral-stair-is-right-for-you-1440090.html 10th March 2010 The Motorbike Buying Checklist for Used Bikes If you are buying a motorbike second hand you have to be careful and know what to look for to ensure you are paying for a fair amount for the standard of the bike for sale. If you can take someone who has a good working knowledge of bikes this would be id... http://www.articlealley.com/http://billjames.articlealley.com/the-motorbike-buying-checklist-for-used-bikes-1394765.html 12th February 2010 Tire Prices Around Portland Oregon http://CustomWheelsTiresPortland.comHttp://www.CustomWheelsTiresPortland.com and Tire Prices Portland OR. Driving your automobile to work each day can have its costs. Gas prices are hard to keep up with and the damage on the daily usage of the car or lo... http://www.articlealley.com/http://johniedejesus2.articlealley.com/tire-prices-around-portland-oregon-1349727.html 15th January 2010 Be Forearmed: Car and Car Tyre Checks for Winter "Now is the winter of our discontent", said Richard III. In fact, he meant that the time of unhappiness was past. However, if you don't check your car tyres - and your car - before adverse conditions arrive, you could experience a highly discontented win... http://www.articlealley.com/http://marieslee.articlealley.com/be-forearmed-car-and-car-tyre-checks-for-winter-1283457.html 09th December 2009 More Tyre Trivia: Fascinating And Fun Car Tyre Facts Once more unto the breach dear friends, or rather, once more into the gripping world of car tyre trivia. So, did you know? The word ‘tyre' is derived from the word ‘attire' i.e. clothing. This makes the American spelling ‘tire' the more accurate.... http://www.articlealley.com/http://marieslee.articlealley.com/more-tyre-trivia-fascinating-and-fun-car-tyre-facts-1222277.html 09th November 2009 Various Kinds Of Tires To Choose - Firestone Tractor Tires If you are the proud owner of a tractor, the day will come when you are going to be in the market for tires to fit your machine. To save cash, many folks look for a fair deal on used tractor tires. It might be a brilliant idea for you to do your homework,... http://www.articlealley.com/http://allenlott.articlealley.com/various-kinds-of-tires-to-choose--firestone-tractor-tires-1045592.html 21st August 2009 Tyre Safety Tips Keep tyres in top condition for safe driving. Tyres are one of the most crucial parts of your car in terms of safety, and as your only contact with the road, it's vital they're kept in the best condition at all times. This guide to tyre safety shows how t... http://www.articlealley.com/http://marked.articlealley.com/tyre-safety-tips-1004223.html 30th July 2009 Tips to save on fuel costs It is important to maintain your car and ensure it's in good working order before any journey is made, especially long distance journeys so that you can get the most miles out of your fuelled car. Below are 11 fuel saving tips that can be followed: 1.E... http://www.articlealley.com/http://veronicajewell.articlealley.com/tips-to-save-on-fuel-costs-875242.html 01st May 2009 Car Maintenance Tips – tyre checks to be aware of It is important to regularly check that your car tyres are in good working order. It can be dangerous to drive your car with very worn tyres and also when they are under inflated due to issues with grip and handling. Tyre pressure is very important so you... http://www.articlealley.com/http://veronicajewell.articlealley.com/car-maintenance-tips--tyre-checks-to-be-aware-of-875192.html 01st May 2009 Ten important checks before a long car journey When going on a long journey it is important to check your car is in full working order to ensure that it is safe. It is always good to have the car serviced regularly but it is also good to make sure the following important checks, as highlighted by the ... http://www.articlealley.com/http://veronicajewell.articlealley.com/ten-important-checks-before-a-long-car-journey-848033.html 07th April 2009 Five Tips to Keep your Car Tyres in Good Condition Driving carefully by not over accelerating, braking hard and sharp corning is the best way to extend the life of your car tyres. This article has five other tips to keep your car tyres in good condition: 1. Correct Tyre Pressure Regularly check your... http://www.articlealley.com/http://james20.articlealley.com/five-tips-to-keep-your-car-tyres-in-good-condition-764838.html 22nd January 2009 Ten Tips for Buying a Second Hand Minibus Finding the right second hand minibus can be difficult as the choice is often limited. Focus your search by making a list of your minibus requirements and divide the list into two categories; desirable and essential. Remember to consider other expenses su... http://www.articlealley.com/http://james20.articlealley.com/ten-tips-for-buying-a-second-hand-minibus-755283.html 16th January 2009 Five Important Visual Checks When Buying a Second Hand Car You don't have to be an automotive expert to spot potential problems when buying a new car. Here are five visual checks that will help you make the decision whether to buy a second hand car. 1) Car Tyres Ask when owner last fitted new car tyres. Che... http://www.articlealley.com/http://james20.articlealley.com/five-important-visual-checks-when-buying-a-second-hand-car-755281.html 16th January 2009 Five Essential Checks before Driving a Minibus If after an accident a minibus is found to be unroadworthy the driver will be held responsible and it is unlikely that any minibus insurance claim will be approved. For this reason and because it is now a legal requirement, a minibus driver must check ... http://www.articlealley.com/http://james20.articlealley.com/five-essential-checks-before-driving-a-minibus-740225.html 07th January 2009 Three Essential Car Tyre Safety Checks As the cold and wet winter months approach now is a good time to check the condition of your car tyres. Car tyres are the only point of contact between your vehicle and the road. Any signs of wear or damage will decrease the performance of your tyres and ... http://www.articlealley.com/http://james20.articlealley.com/three-essential-car-tyre-safety-checks-705609.html 02nd December 2008 Five Important Winter Car Care Checks The onset of autumn is the time when you need to start thinking about winter car care checks. Your car tyres, lights, antifreeze, as well as several other key components, all need to be checked. By doing this will it help minimise or even avoid situations... http://www.articlealley.com/http://james20.articlealley.com/five-important-winter-car-care-checks-684335.html 10th November 2008 7 Common Causes of Car Tyre Wear Check car tyres regularly for any signs of wear. This is important as they are the only point of contact between a car and the road. Any deterioration of the tread or damage to the sidewalls may be risking an accident. The basic legal requirements for ... http://www.articlealley.com/http://james27.articlealley.com/7-common-causes-of-car-tyre-wear-650733.html 29th September 2008 10 Point Checklist To Help Your Car Pass Its MOT Every year the motorist is faced with the ordeal of the MOT test, unless their car is less than three years old. The purpose of an MOT is to ensure the vehicle complies with road safety and environmental standards. Without it car owners are unable to obta... http://www.articlealley.com/http://james27.articlealley.com/10-point-checklist-to-help-your-car-pass-its-mot-633030.html 09th September 2008 Tips for Car Deals in Sydney Buying a new car 1. Do your own research before going to any dealer in Sydney 2. Budget your costs 3. Choose a car model like: Holden, Suzuki Chrysler 4. Buy a car form a certified dealer 5. Determining the true age of a new car. 6. Careful... http://www.articlealley.com/http://jonathanb.articlealley.com/tips-for-car-deals-in-sydney-550608.html 04th June 2008 Motorcycle Tire Care It is essential to keep your motorcycle tires in good condition. Proper motorcycle tire care is needed to keep the life span of your tire much longer. Doing a weekly or monthly check up is a recommended habit to ensure that your tires are still safe to us... http://www.articlealley.com/http://johnsern.articlealley.com/motorcycle-tire-care-507423.html 03rd April 2008 Safety Is High Priority in Selecting a Tour Bus Company Whenever travel on the highways is involved safety should be a top priority. That is no less so when selecting a bus company for your tour. Several elements are involved in the issue of safety when bus tour companies are concerned. They are: The condition... http://www.articlealley.com/http://robertjanis2.articlealley.com/safety-is-high-priority-in-selecting-a-tour-bus-company-491087.html 19th March 2008 Safe Driving During The British Winter The British winter can make driving a hazardous endeavor. Weather conditions can quickly and often do turn nasty. From the low grey skies which inhibit visibility to the frosted morning roads which cause your car to lose traction. When the weather is s... http://www.articlealley.com/http://viddy55.articlealley.com/safe-driving-during-the-british-winter-479119.html 22nd February 2008 Never ‘Tyre’ of Road Safety One of the country's leading breakdown services is urging motorists not to get "tyred out" when it comes to carrying out basic safety checks on their car. Autonational Rescue marketing manager Ronan Hart emphasises: "Tyres appear to be one of the most ... http://www.articlealley.com/http://autonationalrescue.articlealley.com/never-tyre-of-road-safety-463382.html 29th January 2008 Make your holiday trip amazing with a cheap car rental company. If you are planning for a holiday trip within your budget, it is very important to pick up a car at a cheap car rental agency. But before taking the rental car you need to check that tires are in good condition and have sufficient tread depth. Most ca... http://www.articlealley.com/http://jumphigherglobal.articlealley.com/make-your-holiday-trip-amazing-with-a-cheap-car-rental-company-463273.html 29th January 2008 Don’t tread on dangerous ground with unsafe tyres Few of us put much thought into the state of our tyres until it's either MOT time or one goes flat. However, leaving them unchecked can prove costly, and potentially lethal. According to an investigation by Auto Express, more than one third of British ... http://www.articlealley.com/http://luckyseven.articlealley.com/dont-tread-on-dangerous-ground-with-unsafe-tyres-459994.html 24th January 2008 Dirt Devil ATV Tires - A Tire With Bite The Dirt Devil ATV tire is an aggressive tire designed for a sharp bite and sure traction in mud, hard-packed or loose terrain. This innovative v-pattern tread ensures first rate forward traction in mixed terrains and promotes its own leaning under all co... http://www.articlealley.com/http://timbock.articlealley.com/dirt-devil-atv-tires--a-tire-with-bite-214234.html 18th September 2007