Part of our tire expertise comes from our ability to test tires first-hand, on our very own test track. We do the work, so you can be sure the tires you select will perfectly match your driving needs.
Part of our tire expertise comes from our ability to test tires first-hand, on our very own test track. We do the work, so you can be sure the tires you select will perfectly match your driving needs.
Located adjacent to our South Bend headquarters, our test track allows our team to discover how each tire will behave under the extremes of emergency situations on the road or the limits of performance in competition.
Our fleet of test cars and SUVs are specially selected to give the best and most consistent results when testing tires.
Each tire model is tested and independently scored 1-10 on comfort and performance. We are the only retailer performing in-house, independent tire tests.
Our team members run multiple laps on our test course to challenge the vehicle’s steering response, handling, braking, and cornering capabilities.
To evaluate the contribution tires make, we conduct straight-line braking tests to accurately measure panic stopping distances. We stabilize the speed at 50 mph and hit the brakes hard enough to engage the anti-lock braking system and bring the vehicle to a complete stop. We run multiple stops on each tire and use a Racelogic Drifbox GPS datalogger to quantify the data and determine the average stopping distances.
Need help choosing the right products for your vehicle? Our US-based team of highly trained experts has the knowledge and passion to help. Just pick up the phone and give us a ring. Or let's chat via email. We love solving problems and lending a hand (or an ear).
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