Tire technology is constantly evolving, and these tires incorporate some of the latest advancements in the industry. When it comes to innovation, Goodyear strives to set the pace.  If you want to be number one in tires, you think, eat and sleep tires, 365 days a year. As a result of this dedication, Goodyear continues to roll out the tires America wants.

But there's no denying the amount of influence Goodyear advances have had on the tire industry. Starting with the simple process of manufacturing a tire and refining it exponentially, we have repeatedly found ourselves on the cutting edge of tire technology. Learn more here about the creation of a tire and the heights to which Goodyear has raised the art.

How To Read Your Tire

For examples of sidewall abbreviations, click here

Tire Type defines the proper use of the tire. For example, the “P” on the tire shown here means that this is a passenger car tire. If the tire had an “LT” designation, the tire would be for a light truck.

Tire Width is the width of the tire measured in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall. This tire width is 215 millimeters.

Aspect Ratio is the ratio of the height of the tire's cross-section to its width. On our example, 65 means that the height is equal to 65% of the tire's width.

Construction tells you how the layers of the tire were put together. The “R” stands for Radial which means the layers run radially across the tire. A “B” stands for bias construction which means that the layers run diagonally.

Wheel Diameter is the width of the wheel from one end to the other. The diameter of this wheel is 15 inches.

Load Index indicates the maximum load in pounds that the tire can support when properly inflated. You'll also find the maximum load elsewhere on the tire sidewall, both in pounds and kilograms.

Speed Rating tells you the maximum service speed for a tire. “H” means that the tire has a maximum service speed of 130 mph. This rating relates only to tire speed capability and is NOT a recommendation to exceed legally posted speed limits. Speed Rating Chart

DOT means that the tire complies with all applicable safety standards established by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). Next to this is a tire identification or serial number — a combination of numbers and letters up to 12 digits.

UTQG stands for Uniform Tire Quality Grading, a rating system developed by DOT. For more information on UTQG, continue here.