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Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about our products

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  • What does the term, “discontinued line” mean?
  • Am I allowed to drive on tyres that have a higher speed rating? 
  • Am I allowed to fit different tyres to those stated in my vehicle registration documents?
  • Can I drive with a mixed set of tyres?
  • Can I get a tyre approval certificate from you?
  • Does it matter what type of tyre I fit on the rim?
  • How do I know what colour the writing is on the tyre sidewall just from the product description?
  • How does automatic tyre pressure monitoring work?
  • What are directional tyres?
  • What do I get if I order “Top Quality” products?
  • What do the letters actually mean when it comes to speed rating symbols (e.g. Q and T)?
  • What does FR mean?
  • What does M+S mean?
  • What does ML mean?
  • What does the TÜV GS stamp mean?
  • What does the “E” marking mean?
  • What does “in progress” mean?
  • What does “load index” actually mean and what for example, do the numbers 85 or 86 stand for?
  • What does “Star Performer” mean?
  • What should you watch out for when putting new tyres on vehicles fitted with an ABS (anti lock braking system) or ASR (anti slip regulator)?
  • What tyre brands and sizes do you offer?
  • What tyres am I allowed to drive on?
  • When do I need vehicle type approval certification?
  • Where will I find tyre reviews and tyre test information?
  • Are all the tyres you sell new?
  • How can I recognise low-noise tyres?
  • How long do tyres last?
  • How old are the remould tyres that you sell?
  • How should tyres be stored?
  • Tyre tread depth – when should I replace my tyres?
  • What causes a tyre to burst?
  • What information can you give regarding tyre manufacturer / tyre plant location?
  • Where can I find out more information about tyre mileage? 
  • Are there certain maximum speeds for winter tyres?
  • Can snow chains be fitted to any tyre?
  • When and why should I fit winter tyres?