Glossary / General

tire size

12 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Tire size tells you how big a tire is, which is important for making sure it fits your car and works well.

Technical Definition

Tire size is a specification that indicates the dimensions of a tire, including its width, aspect ratio, and diameter. Proper tire sizing is crucial for vehicle performance and safety.

Hear It Discussed

"they started and stopped another back. Okay. Yeah, those are 195, 50, 15s..."
Ford Built A Cayman GT4…in 1985 — The Carmudgeon Show w/ Jason Cammisa & Derek Tam-Scott — Ep. 188 The Carmudgeon Show 04:18

"It's actually bad, I suppose, for economy, but the tires are huge."
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