There are currently 8 names in this directory beginning with the letter S.
S
Shoulder:
The portion of the tread between the edge of the tread and the sidewall. It acts as more support and protection.
Sidewall:
Located between the tread surface and the bead. A sidewall provides stability and prevents air from escaping a tire.
Siping:
The act of cutting thin slits across the rubber surface of a tire to achieve better traction in wet or icy conditions.
Speeding Rating:
The speed the tire can maintain safely. A higher speed rating indicates the car can handle better at high speeds. The speed rating is often located on the sidewall of a tire.
Staggering/Staggered Fitment:
A term used when the rear wheels are bigger or wider than the front wheels. Staggered fitment can only be done to a rear wheel drive car.
