Contact patch

The Contact Patch (CP) is the area on the ground where your motorcycle tire actually touches the road surface. This area can be very small and highlights the fact that there isn't ...

punk tire

Automotive; Rubber; Tires; Tires

If you are driving and your tire is flat in konglish you would say that you have a punk tire.

C3M technology

Automotive; Tires

A manufacturing process that permits precise placement of different tire components and multiple rubber tread compounds.

Department of Transportation (DOT) markings

Automotive; Tires

A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire complies with U.S. Department of Transportation motor vehicle safety standards.

DuraGuard technology

Automotive; Tires

Includes various features, such as two sidewall plies and height strength steel belts under the tread.

Economic Commission of Europe (ECE) symbol

Automotive; Tires

The Economic Commission of Europe develops motor vehicle requirements. ECE-approved tires must meet standards for physical dimensions, branding requirements and high-speed ...

Green X

Automotive; Tires

The Michelin® Green X® label guarantees a level of energy efficiency among the highest in the market and reduced CO2 emission while maintaining all the legendary Michelin ...

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Affordable Care Act

The Affordable Care Act is a major health care reform statute passed by the U.S. congress and signed into by President Barack Obama on March 23, 2010. ...