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DSI (Driving Safety Indicator) is a weardown indicator that indicates the remaining tread depth in millimeters. It helps you to know when you should change your tire to a new one. It also helps with increasing the mileage of your tires when you are able to even out the car specific differences in tr…

Proper storage can extend tires’ life. They should be stored in a dry, dark, cool space, between 32 and 60 degrees. Conditions that are too warm can dry out the rubber and cause cracks. They should be kept out of the rain and away from moisture to avoid condensation, and must be far from bright ligh…

TPMS stands for Tire Pressure Monitoring System. The purpose of the tire pressure monitoring system in your vehicle is to warn you that one or more tires are significantly under-inflated, possibly creating unsafe driving conditions. The TPMS low tire pressure indicator is a yellow symbol that illumi…

Nokian Tyres has tested the winter tire pressures for most car models. The indication has been that the number should be 0,2 bar (20kpa) higher than the recommended summer tire pressure. This is due to to different construction in a winter tire and the effect of cold to the pressure. You can check y…

Incorrect tire pressure could have serious consequences. If tire pressure is too low, breaking distance will be longer and the vehicle will be harder to maneuver, worsening situations like aquaplaning. Studies show if the pressure of one front tire is 1 bar lower than the recommended pressure, break…

Summer tires are designed for summer temperatures. If summer tires need to be transported, stored or handled in extremely low temperatures (below -30°C), special attention must be taken when handling them, as careless handling can cause damages on the tire. In transportation, special attention must …

The pressure can be checked by using a gauge found at most service stations. This should be done every three weeks. We recommend using the pressures defined by the car manufacturer. You can check the correct tire pressure for your car in your vehicle's manual. Note: Always measure pressure when …