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Tire Safety Information
Glossary of Tire Terminology
Wheel center member
In the case of a non-pneumatic tire assembly incorporating a wheel, a
mechanical device which attaches, either integrally or separably, to the
non-pneumatic rim and provides the connection between the non-
pneumatic rim and the vehicle; or, in the case of a non-pneumatic tire
assembly not incorporating a wheel, a mechanical device which attaches,
either integrally or separably, to the non-pneumatic tire and provides the
connection between tire and the vehicle.
Wheel-holding fixture
The fixture used to hold the wheel and tire assembly securely during
testing.
Tire Safety - Everything Rides On It
The National Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has published a
brochure (DOT HS 809 361) that discusses all aspects of Tire Safety, as
required by CFR 575.6. This brochure is reproduced in part below. It
can be obtained and downloaded from NHTSA, free of charge, from the
following web site:
http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/rules/TireSafety/ridesonit/tires_index.html
Studies of tire safety show that maintaining proper tire pressure, observing
tire and vehicle load limits (not carrying more weight in your vehicle
than your tires or vehicle can safely handle), avoiding road hazards, and
inspecting tires for cuts, slashes, and other irregularities are the most
important things you can do to avoid tire failure, such as tread separation
or blowout and flat tires
These actions, along with other care and maintenance activities, can also:
improve vehicle handling, help protect you and others from avoidable
breakdowns and accidents, improve fuel economy, and increase the life of
your tires.
This booklet presents a comprehensive overview of tire safety, including
information on the following topics: basic tire maintenance, uniform tire
quality grading system, fundamental characteristics of tires, and tire safety
tips.
Use this information to make tire safety a regular part of your vehicle
maintenance routine. Recognize that the time you spend is minimal
compared with the inconvenience and safety consequences of a flat tire or
other tire failure.