Oct 16, 2007 · What is tire speed rating or performance rating? Your safety depends on the performance rating of your tires, and yet many drivers aren’t aware of the role they play in keeping their rubber on …

Apr 26, 2022 · Also, while I understand the basic gist of a speed rating, I’m really confused why Hyundai chose a (W) rated tire for a vehicle like the Elantra with a 2.0L naturally aspirated engine with a …

Mar 9, 2008 · Yup, speed rating goes hand in hand with temperature rating. And while T rated tires are OK, H, V and W, etc (you won’t find any U, BTW) will be better. And testing results? Uh… the speed …

Dec 16, 2010 · The government sets the standards for the ratings, which is a good thing because without standardization the rating system would be meaningless. It’s the car manufacturer who …

Jul 29, 2003 · As a general rule, in the same model tire, a tire with a higher speed rating will have stiffer sidewalls, possibly stiffer belting, and softer tread for more adhesion. Thus, going to a lesser speed …

Jun 3, 2002 · Gentlemen, In an all season, radial M+S tire, for a mid-size sedan (Buick Regal) driven by a little old lady in Michigan (Snow and sun) - what are the decision criteria for deciding which speed …

Feb 14, 2012 · An important factor is that tire load rating is proper for vehicle. Sometimes it requires H and V rated tires to handle this load. Generally construction of H rated and V rated tires is more …

Oct 30, 2014 · The speed rating doesn’t just mean how fast you can drive with the tires though. A tire with a higher speed rating is constructed different than one with a lower rating.

Oct 18, 2016 · The main difference for a higher speed rating is the ability to dissipate the heat generated. Like I said, many tire models are available as both H and V versions, with little difference. …

Oct 16, 2002 · Tire manufacturers tend to have aftermarket tire lines that meet the car manufacturers speed rating specs, but have a common design goal, such as long wear life.