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tire tread is for better traction on slippery surfaces smooth tires are for racing at hi speed
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Why smooth tires are not used in passenger cars though they provide more traction?
They won't provide more traction when the roads are wet, it would be like driving on ice.
Are ridged car tires better than smooth car tires?
If you want traction you need the tread. Smooth tires are only used for racing.
How do bike tires differ for different events?
For riding on hard, smooth surfaces narrow smooth high pressure tires are used. For riding on soft, uneven surfaces wide knobbly low pressure tires are used. For conditions in between tires in between are used.
Which are the tires used in Ferrari cars?
front tyres
What gas is used to fill tires for race cars?
Nitrogen
When you speed does it wear tires down faster?
Yes. Tires get hotter when speed is increased causing more wear. Example- Racing car tires wear out very quickly because of speed combined with high heat. Indy cars and cars used in Nascar may only get a few laps before needing changing. Addition: The effect isn't as drastic on passenger tires but speed does effect wear.
What type of tires do race cars use?
slick tyres are used.
Which gas is used to pumped into the tires of racing cars?
It's nitrogen.
Which gas is used in cars tires?
Compressed air or compressed nitrogen.
Who makes headway tires?
Headway tires are made by Headway Tyre, a tire manufacturer and distributor. Headway tires can be used on many different kinds of cars and trucks.
What is the main benefit in getting trailer tires over regular (passenger) tires?
Trailer tires are designed to be used specifically on a trailer. Using any other sort of ire including a passenger tire could prove to be very dangrous,and will create a geater risk for accidents.
Can trailer wheels be used on cars?
No. Trailer tires and wheels are designed for trailers only. The tires should say right on them "For Trailer Use Only".
