Rubber

Rubber

Related to the production, harvesting and distribution of naturally occurring rubber - which is an elastic hydrocarbon polymer found in the sap of some plants and trees- as well as man-made synthesised rubber.

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radial XSE technology

Automotive; Tires

A revolutionary technology that utilizes silica in the rubber compound to enhance a tire’s wet traction, snow traction, and rolling resistance.

loaded radius

Automotive; Tires

The measurement in inches from the wheel axle centerline to the ground when the tire is properly inflated for the load.

slip angle

Automotive; Tires

The difference between the direction the wheel is traveling and the direction the vehicle is traveling.

loaded section height

Automotive; Tires

The height of the section of the tire that is making contact with the road.

snow tire

Automotive; Tires

Also called winter tire; a special type of tire with a tread pattern and compound that gives better traction in snowy and icy conditions; identified by the M+S, M&S, or M/S on the ...