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Tires and Heat Resistance
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Heat Resistant Tires
Heat increases the risk of a tire blowout. If you drive long distances or live where it's hot, driver education is important on heat resistance of tires.
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Really hot climates like the Arizona desert really take a toll on tires.
Out of the 2,400 tire lines tested for heat resistance, 27% were given an "A" rating; 59% were given a "B" rating; and, 11% were given a "C" rating. Some of the tire brands that received an "A" rating for heat resistance include BF Goodrich, Big-O, Bridgestone, Dunlop and many more. See a full list of brands.
By doing a little homework you can get tires that stand up to heat.
Good Tire Tread Stands Up to Heat
Try out The Tire Rack's Upgrade Garage to build a complete performance upgrade for your vehicle. Tires, wheels, brakes, suspension.By selecting tires with tread that lasts longer you are going to save yourself a lot of money. Replacing your tires is expensive. A set of four new tires for Ford Explorer can run as much as $500. Take a little time, learn how long the different brands and models will last and you can save yourself a lot.