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How It Works: Ron Capps' NHRA Funny Car Tires
When Ron Capps hits the gas on his 10,000 horsepower NAPA AUTO PARTS Dodge Charger R/T funny car, a symphony of brutality is unleashed. That power explodes through the driveline, ending at the point where the tires touch the ground. From there it is the job of the special funny car tires to keep the car accelerating.
How to Choose the Right Car Tires
Consumer Reports shows how to choose the right car tires, covering all tire types and even where to buy them.
Why Are Car Tires Black Anyways?
Ever wonder why car tires are black instead of blue, green or even red? Rubber and plastics can be virtually any color we want, all we need to do is add the right chemical or dye during the manufacturing process. However, most tires that are filled with compressed air (bicycle, automotive & construction vehicles) are […]
How to Make Your Car Tires Last
Expert advice on how to check and maintain your car tires to make them last.
How (and When) to Put Air in Your Car Tires
Correct tire pressure can save you money and maybe even keep you from having an accident.
How to Check and Fill Up Your Car Tires
You may not think about them all that often, but the tires are one of the most important parts of your car. Tires connect you with the road and play a big role in determining whether you stay stuck to the pavement or not. Tires can also significantly impact your gas mileage and other aspects of performance. Tires with low air pressure in particular can put a big dent in your mileage. If you’ve got a low tire, but don’t know exactly how…
Should You Always Replace Car Tires in Pairs?
Flat tires tend to happen one at a time. The ideal scenario is to replace all four tires, but that can be costly. So should you buy just a single tire or split the difference and replace a pair? Consumer Reports has the answer.
Tire Replacement: How Long Do Car Tires Last
How long do car tires last? We've pulled together the tests you can use to determine whether you need replacement tires.
How to Maintain Your Car Tires to Make Them Last
Expert advice on how to check and maintain your car tires to make them last.
This Is How Much Faster an 8000 Horsepower Funny Car Is Than a Street Car
It's Camry vs. Camry, but one Camry is slightly more powerful...
How to Know when Car Tires Need Replacing: 10 Steps
How to Know when Car Tires Need Replacing. Ever wonder when to replace your worn car tires? The performance of your car tires is critical to the safety, performance and efficiency of your vehicle; the N.H.T.S.A. estimates that about 200...
Know When Your Car Tires Should Be Replaced
Do you know your tires’ birthday? Tires over six years old should be replaced because the rubber weakens over time and the tires can crack or explode. Searcy...
A Drag Racer Explains Just How Face-Meltingly Fast A Funny Car Goes
“The first thing that comes up when you Google my name is huge fireball explosions.”
Is Nitrogen Better than Air in Car Tires?
Why Inflate with NitroFill™? Compressed air is your tire’s worst enemy. Air is about 78% nitrogen, 21% oxygen, and 1% other. Nitrogen is ...
Should You Fill Your Car's Tires With Nitrogen?
Some car dealerships and tire chains claim that filling your tires with nitrogen will save you money on gas, not to mention offer better performance than air. But is this true?
How to Fill Air in a Car's Tires
You can quickly and easily fill up your car's tires using a home or gas station air pump. Make sure to keep a tire pressure gauge on hand for a more precise fill. Keeping your tires filled to the correct pressure will help protect against...
The Reason Why Your Car's Tires Are Black
Natural rubber is white. So were the earliest car tires. What changed? (Hint: The answer has a link to Crayola crayons.)
5 Tips on Caring for Your Car’s Tires
There is no need to understand mechanics to know how important tires are. Without the tires, any car
5 Signs Your Car Tires Need to Be Replaced
If there’s anything car owners everywhere can agree on, it’s that no one wants to pay for new tires earlier than they have to. If the tire isn’t flat and the weather isn’t hostile, the ext
