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Tyre care information from Michelin
1. Energy Saver+ This denotes the name of the tyre.
2. 205/55/16 19V This is the size and characteristics of the tyre.
205 – This is the section width of the tyre. That means the overall width of the tyre in mm.
55 – This is the aspect ratio of the tyre. That is the sidewall height of the tyre as a percentage of the section width.
R – This means the tyre is of Radial construction.
16 – This is the Rim diameter in inches, e.g. 16" wheel.
91 – This is the load index, which is a code associated with the maximum load a tyre can carry.
V – This is the speed symbol, which relates to the maximum speed of use.
3. Tubeless: This means the tyre requires no inner tube
Since November 2014 TPMS or Tyre Pressure Monitoring Systems have been helping motorists stay safe on the roads
In all of our Bush Tyres depots we offer free winter car health checks including tyre specific checks. Following the inspection we will let you know what we feel is your best course of action, whether you need a tyre replacing immediately or whether you have a few thousand miles left. At the end of the day all we will do is advise, it’s up to you then to decide what to do.
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