Some Interesting Facts About Tyres

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Tyres are naturally white

This point will amaze you, as it is one of the weirdest facts about tyres. Yes, tyres are originally white. They are made of rubber and other compounds and as rubbers are originally white, so are tyres. During the manufacturing process, carbon black was added to the rubber, which turns it black and also radically increased the tensile strength and durability of the tyres.

Manufacturing date of tyres

Did you know about the 4 digits that are imprinted on the sidewall of your tyres? It reflects the manufacturing date of the tyres. Let's suppose 2218 is written on the tyres, the first two digits represent the week of the year and the last two digits tell about the year when it was made. That is the tyre was manufactured in the 22nd week of 2018.

Largest manufacturer of tyre in the world

Talking about the largest tyre manufacturers, then the two big names that enter one's head are Michelin and Bridgestone. But no, it’s Lego. It is a toy company that produces around 700 million tyres in a year leaving the real tyre manufacturers behind. These toy tyres still fall under ...
... the category of tyres as they are made from rubbers. Despite being miniature, it makes Lego the largest manufacturer of tyres in the world.

Most expensive tyres in the world

Can you guess the price of the most expensive tyres? The most expensive set of tyres is encrusted with diamonds and 24-carat gold. It costs $600,000. Yes, you read that right. A set of tyres made in Dubai by a Company Z Tyres holds the record of producing the most expensive tyres in the world.

Tyres produced in one Day

Have you ever thought about that how many tyres are produced in one day? Around 6.8 million tyres are produced every day around the world.

Tyres play a vital role in the performance of the car as they are the only source of contact between the car and the road. They control your steering, breaks, acceleration and ability to absorb all the bumps. Poor tyres affect the performance of the cars. It’s always better to consult the experts when you want to invest in a new set of tyres. The experts that we recommend are Dartford Tyres 2000 Ltd. They provide FREE consultation about tyres and will help you choose the best suitable tyres for your car. They offer an extensive range of tyres of all leading brands as well. So, if you live in or around Kent, then definitely check them out. You will not regret it!