Tyre knowledge
Your tyres travel, on average, once around the globe and are your contact with the road. They are made of over 200 materials, including steel and artificial silk. And if they have the right pressure, they even save you money. Interested in more fascinating knowledge and helpful tips? You can find them here.
The EU Tyre Label
Safety, comfort, environmental friendliness, fuel consumption - all that depends on your tyres. The EU Tyre Label tells you in simple symbols what properties a model has.
It has been applicable since 1 November 2012 and has been mandatory for all brand-new tyres since 1 July 2012.
When do my tyres need to retire?
Tips on all aspects of tyre care. The maximum lifespan of tyres is 10 years - providing they are not damaged and their tread has not been worn down earlier. What can you do to make your tyres last longer? Here are some tips.
The correct tyre pressure
Less consumption. More safety. You will find what your correct tyre pressure is in your Owner's Manual and on your fuel tank cap. Depending on load, it may vary by up to 1 bar.
Are overinflated tyres OK?
If pressure is too high, power transmission is optimal only in the centre of the tyre, which means less driving comfort, the tread wears down unevenly and your tyres do not last as long.
Measure the pressure
Tyre pressure gauges can usually be found at any filling station. Since November 2014, all passenger car and SUV models have also been equipped with a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System. Check the pressure when the tyres are cold, where possible, and do not reduce it when the tyres are warm.
Is my tyre leaking?
If you have any doubts, proceed to Volkswagen Service Centre for further checks.
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Less consumption. More safety.
An underinflated tyre will quickly cause tyre damage - the reason for around 40 % of all accidents involving personal injury. That is why we have been equipping all Volkswagen Passenger Car and SUV models with a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System since November 2014.
Tyre inflation pressure too low or Tyre Monitoring Indicator faulty
A tyre's inflation pressure has reduced considerably or a tyre has structural damage. Drive more slowly, avoid heavy steering and braking manoeuvres and check your tyres as quickly as possible. Is everything OK, but the light still illuminated? Have the system checked by your Volkswagen service advisor.
Too little tyre tread
Less grip
With only 4mm tread, your tyre has much less adhesion on a wet road. The tread no longer dissipates the water correctly and the tyre loses contact with the road surface. Do your tyres have less tread? Don't take a risk - have new tyres fitted.
225/45 R17 94 W
What do the numbers on my tyres mean?
Apart from the name of the manufacturer and the product, your tyres also contain many other important pieces of information such as tyre structure, rim diameter and maximum permitted speed.
Many layers for more safety
A tyre consists of running surface and carcass
Running surface
1. Tread - for good road grip and for absorbing and
dissipating water.
2. Jointless bandage - enables high speeds
3. Steel cord belt layers - optimise driving stability and rolling
resistance.
Carcass
4. Cord body insert - for shape retention even at high levels of
interior pressure.
5. Inner liner - makes the tyre air-tight.
6. Side strip - guards against lateral damage.
7. Core profile - improves driving stability, steering
and comfort response.
8. Steel core - ensures firm grip on the rim.
9. Bead reinforcement - supports driving stability and
precise steering response.
Tyre Replacement
Your tyres travel, on average, once around the globe and are your contact with the road. They are made of over 200 materials, including steel and artificial silk. And if they have the right pressure, they even save you money. Interested in more fascinating knowledge and helpful tips? You can find them here.
Benefits of having your tyres replaced.
- Improves grip and stopping time, making driving safer.
- We have the right tyres for your car with a wide choice of competitively priced tyres.
Why do my tyres need changing?
At the right pressure, the compound rubber and scientifically cut tread patterns add to your car's handling and comfort.
What happens if they are not changed?
Too much wear will affect grip and safety as your car will become harder to handle. Incorrect tyre pressures and/or uneven tyre wear will also increase stopping distances in wet conditions.
What do we do?
We check your tyres for pressure, tread depth and wear of the pattern. If they need replacing we have a range of different options in stock, depending on your car and type of driving.
How often do they need to be checked?
At every service, before every LTA inspection and regularly by driver.
