The market today is full of variety when it comes to tyres. There are off-road tyres, winter tyres, summer tyres, all-weather tyres, and more. Based on the use of one’s vehicle and their local terrain, motorists decide on the tyres they want to invest in. All that is very good, but what if you are worried more about the climatic effects of vehicles or the money you shell out to refuel your car than performance and handling?
Opt For Low Rolling Resistance Tyres Or Green Tyres
So what exactly are LRR (Low Rolling Resistance) tyres?
The rubber used in the manufacture of tyres depends on the weather condition and terrain they have been designed to handle. Winter tyres are made of soft compound and summer tyres of hard compound. Other tyres, depending on the terrain, use a mix of these compound and ingredients.
LRR’s or green tyres are a composition of rubber which focuses primarily on reducing the resistance presented by the road on the tyre. This resistance is not the same as grip; the grip of the tyre enables it to hold on to the surface of the road, and more than necessary grip becomes resistance. Think of it this way, the more force lost by the rubber in the tyres in the form of heat, the lower the force they transfer; lower the transfer, higher is the rolling resistance.
Another important aspect of tyres is their weight. The harder and lighter the compound they are made of, the lower the rolling resistance; but this also makes them inefficient for good grip. Similarly, the heavier and softer compounds have higher rolling resistance. So, to achieve the desired grip with the least rolling resistance and weight, silica is added to the compound in the manufacturing of tyres. This drastically changes the properties of the rubber and makes the tyres a lot more desirable.
Therefore, lrr Tyres Wheatley ensures that they have optimum grip without the problem of resistance.
Now that we know what LRR tyres are, let us look at why they are a good choice.
Increase Efficiency
As we know, low resistance tyres have only the necessary amount of grip; they avoid extra grip to reduce resistance. As such, they are perfect for fuel-efficiency. Studies show that such tyres can save over £500 on fuel, throughout their lives. This makes them an ideal choice for the cost-conscious.
Longer Tread Life
Because of their lower rolling resistance, the wear caused due to use on such tyres is low. So they last longer than normal tyres. Add long life to the fuel savings, and you have one of the best tyres available on the market.
Lower CO2 Emissions
A vehicle which has to burn less fuel to travel a mile automatically reduces its carbon footprints. Thus, low rolling resistance tyres are also called green tyres. They are a part of the ecosystem, that is, to help make commuting with private vehicles less harmful to the environment.
Now that we know what they are, and how they are beneficial to consumers as well as the planet, let us look at some of the popular brands at Philips Tyres that offer LRR tyres.
Continental Tyres: The Continental Pure Contact is an ideal grand touring tyre. It is a great fit for luxury sedans and sporty coupes. It flaunts the latest developments in the low rolling resistance tyres and ensures that you have a safe, comfortable, and quiet experience inside the cabin of your car.
Michelin Energy Saver: Specifically designed to ensure better fuel economy for your vehicle, the tyres are all-weather. This means that the hassle of getting tyres changed with the change in seasons can be forgotten. Also, the LRR feature ensures that you have a comfortable and economical run every time you are in the driver’s seat.
Pirelli P4 Four Seasons Plus: From the house of Pirelli, these tyres are great for use in all types of weather conditions and offer very low rolling resistance. Thus, they are great to use and economical to run.
Now that you know about low resistance tyres, book a visit to Phillips Tyres to get your hands on the best brands at the best prices. Remember, the better the tyres on your vehicle, the better will be its performance for your pocket and the planet.
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