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With the rise in import of tyres from China in the country more and more people are going after low priced tyres for their vehicles. The reason is simple, these tyres give you the same look and feel as some of the higher priced top-brand tyres. In this article, team TyreMarket.com will explore the various aspects that you got to look at before going for low priced tyres for your car or bike. And, do these tyres really have the same mettle as the higher priced ones do? Let’s see.
There are a number of factors that need to be looked at before opting for any tyre and these are:
● Durability
This is something that is of top importance while choosing tyres. Longevity of tyres is a must for any consumer as no one would love to spend again and again on tyres.
● Comfort
You got to pick tyres that offer a less bumpy ride.
● Braking Distance in Wet and Dry Conditions
This is something that normally we don’t heed. There are tyres that have varied ‘braking distance” in different conditions and it can play a crucial role on busy roads.
● Noise (Tyre Road Noise)
Tyres that make noise while running can really be annoying so always go for those which make less noise than others while you are driving.
● Grip (For cornering)
The best tyres are those which offer good grip even while cornering.
Now we will see in terms of all the above-mentioned factors what we get in low and high priced tyres.
● Durability
Those cheap rubbers may save you money on the purchase. But, over a period of time they lack durability as the material used to make them is not a quality one. There’s always a reason for that high price on branded tyres. They are made with quality rubber and undergoes a variety of tests before coming to you.
● Comfort
When you opt for a cheap pair of tyres then you are putting your comfort at stake. The cheap tyres have thin tread most times and they are prone to wear in harsh conditions (something quite common in our countryside). So, they hardly give you comfort from bumps for a long period of time.
● Braking Distance
Well, most of us think that tyres have nothing to do with “braking distance”, but the reality is they do have their role in braking. In tests conducted by laboratories, it is found that top-quality tyres have less braking distance than some of the cheaper ones. Also, the branded tyres come with specialised winter or summer grip. There are all-weather tyres available in the market too now.
● Noise
There can be number reasons for this annoying noise from tyres that comes whenever you are driving your vehicle. Most cheap tyres have tread patterns that are not designed and structured scientifically and hence they wear fast and make noise too. Another reason is the compound used in those tyres is not standard. While the higher priced tyres are made with precision and hardly make noise except in special circumstances.
● Grip
One major drawback of cheap tyres is that their sidewalls give lesser grip while cornering. Again, branded tyres win here too, as they provide good grip and that too for a long period of time.
Team TyreMarket.com’s verdict is that in the shorter run you may save money on tyres by opting for cheaper ones readily available in the market nowadays. But, if you look at the greater picture then you would realise that by having quality tyres you can not only add few KMs/litre but also reduce chances of a road accident.
