Tyre Speed Rating - What You Need To Know

=TYRE SPEED= RATING: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW How to Find Your Tire Speed Rating SPEED RATING 205/50VR15 85V RADIAL • TUBELESS DOT M @0212345 Tire Speed Ratings & tread Life SPEED RATING MAXIMUM SPEED VEHICLE TYPE 75 mph 120 km/h OFF-ROAD & LIGHT TRUCK TYRES M 81 mph 130 km/h TEMPORARY SPARE TYRES 87 mph 140 km/h TEMPORARY SPARE TYRES 99 mph 160 km/h WINTER 4X4 106 mph 170 km/h HEAVY DUTY LIGHT TRUCK 112 mph 180 km/h FAMILY SEDANS & VANS T. 118 mph 190 km/h FAMILY SEDANS & VANS 124 mph 200 km/h SEDANS & COUPES SPORT SEDANS H. 130 mph 210 km/h & COUPES 149 mph 240 km/h SPORTS CARS 149+ mph 240+ km/h SPORTS CARS 168 mph 270 km/h EXOTIC SPORTS CARS 186 mph 300 km/h EXOTIC SPORTS CARS REMEMBER The higher the speed rating, the better the grip and stopping power, but the lower the tread life. Always choose the speed rating that corresponds to your vehicle manufacturer's specifications. TYREPITSTOP.COM.AU TYRE AND WHEEL SPECIALISTS Sources: http://www.bridgestonetire.com/tread-and-trend/drivers-ed/tire-speed-rating http://tires.about.com/od/understanding_tires/a/Tire-Speed-Ratings-Explained.htm http://www.michelinman.com/tires-101/tire-basics/about-tires/tire-speed-ratings-and-tread-life.page