Wheel and fire are two most important discoveries in human civilization. Wheels don’t perform naturally good on a surface and generally needs a smoother surface on them for better performance. In old days, when animal drawn carriages were the only mode of transport on land (if not walking or directly riding on animals), tyres were not in existence. Then wheels used to wear leather coverings or if the land was too rough, metal coverings were used.
The first tyres were introduced by Scottish inventor Thomson in early nineteenth century. But it was not practical and the real practical tyres were introduced by Scottish inventor Dunlop in 1880s. Actually, the Dunlop tyre brand goes as old as the inventor’s times.
What are they
Tyres are device that are mounted on wheels to better the performance of an automobile in motion. Tyres have air inside them, that is they are pneumatic. The inflatable nature of tyres makes their performance better and increases the energy efficiency and the comfort level of the vehicle.
- The preliminary function a tyre performs is increasing the fuel efficiency of a vehicle. If tyres do not have proper air in them, the mileage of the vehicle decreases.
- The other function a tyre performs is it increases the comfort level of the passengers inside the vehicle. It is no fun to ride in a punctured car like James Bond!
- The third advantage the tyre has is it absorbs a lot of shock from the road and helps the machinery in the automobile last longer.
- Tyres also allow the car to move at a high speed. In old days, even in horse drawn carriages, the speed automatically increased by using pneumatic tyres because tyres are more energy efficient.
What are the different types of tyres
Tyres cover wheels. In that context, even a metal jacket over the wheel as in olden days, is technically a tyre. But in modern days, all tyres are pneumatic, that is inflated by air. Tyre types are not very concrete and can be templatized in different ways with respect to the parameter of differentiation.
- One type of difference is the difference due to the construction of the tyre. Tyres have ply in them that give strength to tyres. They previously used to be made of wooden fibres. Modern ply is made of steel. Thus, they are stronger. Based on the arrangement of the ply, the tyre can be of two types. Radial tyres and bias tyres. Bias tyres are older. In this type, the ply are arranged in a cris cross fashion, at an angle with the direction of motion of the wheel. Radial tyres on the other hand, have ply arranged perpendicular to the direction of motion. Radial tyres give better hig- speed performance (comfort and fuel efficiency). But bias tyres are less costly than radial tyres. Owing to performance, bias tyres are practically extinct from passenger use. Only commercial specialty tyres have some bias usage (speed is not an issue there anyway).
- Tyres can be classified on the basis of their usage. There are tyres for cars, motorcycles, bicycles, trucks-buses, etc. Often there are two broad distinctions in between tyre types. One is the widely used ones (which drive cars, motor cycles, trucks and buses). Then comes the specialty tyres. These are very heavy tyres which are used in tractors, excavators, large cranes, reach-stackers, etc. Apart from the specialty and widely used tyres, there are also niche tyres, as tyres for any other customized usage, tyres for bicycles, tyres for Airplanes, etc.
What are the features you should expect from a tyre
Tyres should fit well on the wheel because it is their basic function. But it doesn’t end on that.
- Tyres are to be strong and expected to bear adequate load (but not overload).
- Tyres are to be fuel efficient and comfortable when the vehicle is in motion.
- Tyres are also to be considerably heat resistant. When vehicles move at high speed, the friction between road and tyres are huge and that increases heat. Tyres are to withstand that.
- Tyres are to be strong and not easily fail by a simple, single nail on road.
- Tyres are supposed to be safe, have a good grip, not skid easily, etc.
What are to be done for tyre maintenance
How much care you might take, tyres will turn unusable after sometime. Then you can go to tyre services London. But if you take proper care, tyres last long.
- Rotate tyres. In this way, the frictional forces erode evenly the whole tyre and the replacement can be delayed.
- If you fail to get alignment of your car wheel for long, it will erode the tyres more. So, wheel alignment is to be done after required interval.
- Tyres should not be used in very low or high tyre pressure because then there is high chance of tyre rupture which will need immediate tyre replacement.
However, in spite of all these procedures, you need to remember that tyres are the first line of safety in a moving vehicle. So, if replacement is due, it is necessary to get it done. There are lots of tyre repair London that will help you get your tyres fixed. Even mobile tyre London facilities are there that do the job any place you want, your home or office.
Final Words
A ride on a well-maintained car, on well-maintained tyres is worth enjoying. Also, maintaining the safety of a car while driving is important. For that too, you need decent tyres. So, if there is any issue with your tyre, it is wise to get it checked by a mechanic of 24hr Mobile Tyre Repair London urgently.
