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How to Decode the Information on Your Tires!

Wondering if your car has the right tires? Jean-François Veilleux, a professional driver and trainer, explains how to decipher the code on your tires. Here, we have a tire with the code 225/45 R 17. The 225 represents the tire's width in millimeters, 45 represents the sidewall's thickness, and it's 45% of the tire's width, which is 45% of 225mm. The 'R' indicates that it's a Radial tire, and the '17' indicates the wheel's size, which is 17 inches. Below, you'll find '94 T,' where 94 is the load index, and 'T' is the speed rating. In this case, it's a rating for a tire approved for speeds up to 190 km/h. Some tires have a directional tread pattern due to their construction, so it's important to respect this direction when installing them. Here, we have a winter tire, as indicated by the icon, showing it's approved for winter use. Drive safely with the right tires! Member of the Racicot Group.

What Do the Information Inside the Door Mean?

Several pieces of information can be found inside your car's door. What are they? Jean-François Veilleux, a professional driver and trainer, explains what all these pieces of information mean.

You Can Check Your Tire Wear Yourself.

You can check your tire wear yourself. Jean-François Veilleux, a professional driver and trainer, shows you how. Tire wear is measured by the depth of its grooves, which is measured in 32nds of an inch. To measure tire depth, a tool like this, commonly called a tread depth gauge, is sufficient. You simply place it on the tire and take the reading. A new tire will have between 10 and 12/32nds or 8.7 mm. Finally, a tire with wear of 2/32nds (1.6 mm) or less is considered illegal.

Do You Have the Right Driving Position?

Jean-François Veilleux, a professional driver and trainer, explains how to be comfortable behind the wheel of your Honda. The first thing you want to do is adjust your distance from the pedals. You'll use your left foot and place it under the brake pedal until you have a slight bend. This will allow you to use the footrest to snugly fit into the seat and enable you to use the lever effect with your right leg if you need to press the brakes hard. You'll adjust the distance from the steering wheel next. When your wrist is on top of the steering wheel, you want to have a slight bend in your elbow to prevent your shoulder from leaving the seatback. In this case, you'll move your seat forward to get the right distance. The next thing you'll adjust is the height and distance of the steering wheel. In this case, the steering wheel is very low, which means Jean-François is cramped in his legs. If that's the case for you, you can adjust the height to maximize the distance you have with the steering wheel. When you're driving, you always want to have your hands at 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock and use the steering wheel's spokes with your thumbs. This will allow you to work effectively with the entire diameter of the steering wheel. When that's done, there's one more thing: fasten your seatbelt. Your seatbelt, even in winter with coats, should be positioned properly on your hips. So, you're now ready to hit the road. Safe travels! Naturally, in the right position for the road!

You Can Check Your Tire Wear Yourself.

You can check your tire wear yourself. Jean-François Veilleux, a professional driver and trainer, will show you how. Tire wear is measured by the depth of its grooves, which is measured in 32nds of an inch. To measure the depth of the tires, a tool like this, commonly known as a tread depth gauge, is sufficient. Simply place it on the tire and take the reading. A new tire will have between 10 and 12/32nds or 8.7 mm of tread. Finally, a tire with wear of 2/32nds or 1.6 mm and less is considered illegal.

Do You Have the Right Driving Position?

The Importance of Having the Right Tire Pressure.

Jean-François Veilleux, a professional driver and trainer, explains how. Naturally, tires will lose pressure over time, and it's recommended to check tire pressure at least once a month. The first thing to do is to go to the driver's side door and check the recommended pressure by the manufacturer. Then, verify the pressure with a tool like this. First, remove the cap, press firmly, and take the reading. Tire pressure is greatly influenced by the outside temperature, and since we are in Canada, it's important to regularly check tire pressure to adapt to changing conditions. Additionally, remember to check the spare tire's pressure. Naturally, the pressure should be in the tires!

Did You Know You Can Eliminate Blind Spots?

Jean-François Veilleux, a professional driver and trainer, explains how. How to adjust your mirrors to eliminate blind spots. We have all learned to adjust our side mirrors to see the corner of our trunk, the corner of our suitcase. Do you really need to know that your suitcase is following you everywhere? First, adjust the central mirror as centrally as possible. Obviously, you'll make mirror adjustments while the car is completely stopped. Take a reference point in your interior mirror at the bottom left. Once you've determined your reference point, adjust your exterior side mirror on the driver's side to find your reference point in the same mirror at the bottom right. So if you see your reference point in your central rearview mirror and in your left exterior side mirror, you have eliminated all blind spots. On the right side, you'll do the same thing, so you'll take a reference point from the central rearview mirror to the bottom right corner, then adjust your exterior side mirror on the passenger side to find your reference point in the bottom left corner. So, on both the left and right sides, you'll have no more blind spots. Safe travels! Naturally, well-adjusted!

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