Michelin Philippines - Which Tire for You?

Which tire for you?

Your vehicle’s original equipment tire size can be found in your owner's manual or on the tire placard located on the driver’s door jamb, glove compartment door, or inside the fuel flap.

You can also check your existing tire’s specifications on the sidewall.

How to read a sidewall?

Changing tire sizes?

If you are interested in a different size than your vehicle’s original equipment, or if you are upgrading your wheels, consult only your local authorized Michelin retailer for expert advice.

Or, click here to find the right tire for your vehicle

Driving on a wet road

The characteristics of your vehicle’s tires influence the braking distances on wet roads.

As soon as it rains, visibility decreases and the pavement becomes slippery because of the dust and oil on the road. On a wet road, the braking distance is three times longer than on a dry road. The condition of your tires’ tread is important, because in a few thousandths of a second, the tread collects the water in its grooves and expels it away from the contact area with the road.

- Groove to Tread Ratio (percentage of grooves)
The more grooves a tread pattern has and the greater their depth is, the greater the tread pattern’s ability to evacuate water .

- Siping
The ridges and sipes help dry the pavement by acting as a “windscreen wiper.” Wiping the water from the road surface enables the rubber to grip well on dry surface.

On a wet road, a vehicle equipped with more worn tires needs a longer distance to stop. Moreover, the risk of aquaplaning increases considerably.
Be especially careful during the first rain after hot periods. The dust and oil on the road make the road slippery.

In the city

City driving requires that your tires have characteristics specific to city constraints
Tire selection criteria:

- Braking distance
To cope with all the hazards of city driving (pedestrian crossing without looking, etc.), you need tires with the minimum braking distance, on both dry and wet roads.

- Longevity
Tires undergo numerous stops and starts. Each tread block in contact with the road under the effect of engine or braking forces deforms and slides. Sliding and contact pressure scrape off material. Choose tires with increased longevity.

- Fuel economy
Tires with low rolling resistance can effectively save fuel.

Once a month, inspect your tires to make sure they don’t show signs of uneven wear or bulges.
Check the pressure at least once a month when the tyies are cold: under-inflated tires increase the braking distance and fuel consumption.
Don’t forget to check the pressure of the spare tire as well.