Tire Type
Tire Types are tire categories describing different attributes and tire performance levels as determined by the respective Tire Manufacturer's definitions.

Tire Manufacturer's Tread Warranty

All tire manufacturers provide a basic limited warranty that covers workmanship and materials for a specific time frame or mileage limit. In addition to the Tire Manufacturers basic limited warranty, this Tire Manufacturer offers a supplemental limited mileage/tread warranty that applies to this tire. If the tire fails to meet these tread-wear limits, the manufacturer will replace the tire with an equivalent new tire. See the Tire Manufacturer’s warranty information for details, restrictions and exclusions by selecting the tire details.

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Warranties are governed by both state and federal laws and regulations. Everyone should have a basic understanding of warranty coverage, as well as their obligations under the law and under the rules of good business.

Speed Rating
A letter symbol that follows the load index indicates the tire’s speed rating. The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods of time under a standard condition of load and inflation pressure. The tires on your vehicle may operate at different conditions for load and inflation pressure. These speed ratings may need to be adjusted for the difference in conditions. The ratings range from 81 mph (130 km/h) to 186 mph (299 km/h). These ratings are listed in the following chart.

Note: you may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by law.

Q	99 mph	H	130 mph
R	106 mph	V	149 mph
S	112 mph	W	168 mph*
T	118 mph	Y	186 mph*
U	124 mph

*For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph, tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR. For those with a maximum speed capability over 186 mph, tire manufactures always use the letters ZR.
Source: consumerreport.org
Chart source: safercar.gov

Load Rating
This two- or three- digit numeric code indicates the tire’s load index. It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry. You may find this information in your Owner’s Guide. If not, contact your local tire dealer.

Note: you may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by law.

Load Index Ratings
Load Index	Load (lb)	Load Index	Load (lb)
74	827	113	2535
75	853	114	2601
76	882	115	2679
77	908	116	2756
78	937	117	2833
79	963	118	2910
80	992	119	2998
81	1019	120	3086
82	1047	121	3197
83	1074	122	3307
84	1102	123	3417
85	1135	124	3527
86	1168	125	3638
87	1201	126	3748
88	1235	127	3858
89	1279	128	3968
90	1323	129	4079
91	1356	130	4189
92	1389	131	4299
93	1433	132	4409
94	1477	133	4541
95	1521	134	4674
96	1565	135	4806
97	1609	136	4938
98	1653	137	5071
99	1709	138	5203
100	1764	139	5357
101	1819	140	5512
102	1874	141	5677
103	1929	142	5842
104	1984	143	6008
105	2039	144	6173
106	2094	145	6393
107	2149	146	6614
108	2205	147	6779
109	2271	148	6944
110	2337	149	7165
111	2403	150	7385
112	2469

Source: Michelin North America

Sidewall Definitions

Sidewall is another way of saying, "visible side of the tire".

Tire Manufacturer sidewall definitions:

Sidewall Abbreviation	Definition
BSB	Broken Serrated Band
BSL	Black Serrated Letters
BSW	Black Sidewall
DSB	Diagonal Serrated Band
OBL	Outlined Black Letters
ORBL	Outlined Raised Black Letter
ORWL	Outlined White Letter
OWL	Outline White Letter
RBL	Recessed Black Letter
ROWL	Raised Outline White Letter
RRBL	Raised Black Letter
RWL	Raised White Letter
SBL	Smooth Black Letter
TL	Tubeless
VDS	Variable Depth Serration
VSB	Vertical Serrated Letter
WSW	White Sidewall
WW	Whitewall
XNW	Extra Narrow White

UTQG
Uniform Tire Quality Grades (UTQG) apply to new pneumatic passenger car tires. The Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width.

Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road characteristics and climate.
Traction: The traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. The grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.

WARNING: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics.
Temperature: The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 139. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.

WARNING: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.

Source: Ford Owner's Guide

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Results for 1991 Volvo 940 GL Tires

Tire photo shows tread pattern for a given line:
Sidewall may differ - See chart for sidewall details.

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ADVANTAGE T/A

Type

Performance

Size

185/65R15

Tread Warranty

65,000 miles

Speed Rating

Load Rating

Sidewall

BSW

UTQG

560 A A

Tread Wear Warranty - All tire manufacturers provide a basic limited warranty that covers workmanship and materials for a specific time frame or mileage limit. In addition to the Tire Manufacturers basic limited warranty, this Tire Manufacturer offers a supplemental limited mileage/tread warranty that applies to this tire. If the tire fails to meet these tread-wear limits, the manufacturer will replace the tire with an equivalent new tire. See the Tire Manufacturer’s warranty information for details, restrictions and exclusions by selecting the tire details.

Mud and Snow - This symbol indicates that the tire has some mud and snow capability. Most radial tires have these markings.

Features & Benefits

Non directional tread design for ease of maintenance and increased tread life
Maximized siping provides increased grip in all kinds of weather
All-season tread compound provides excellent wet and dry traction
Equal Tension Containment System (ETEC) maintains the tread footprint for consistent high-speed control
Rigid shoulder blocks provide increased lateral control for crisper handling

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For further information on choosing the right size and load rating, we suggest you review your vehicle’s owner guide, safety certification label and tire placard. These labels are usually located just inside the driver door on the B-pillar.
You can also visit your local Quick Lane Tire & Auto Center for expert help.

Results for 1991 Volvo 940 GL Tires

ADVANTAGE T/A

Tire photo shows tread pattern for a given line:
Sidewall may differ - See chart for sidewall details.

Features & Benefits

Non directional tread design for ease of maintenance and increased tread life
Maximized siping provides increased grip in all kinds of weather
All-season tread compound provides excellent wet and dry traction
Equal Tension Containment System (ETEC) maintains the tread footprint for consistent high-speed control
Rigid shoulder blocks provide increased lateral control for crisper handling

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Type

Performance

Size

185/65R15

Tread Warranty

65,000 miles

Speed Rating

Load Rating

Sidewall

BSW

UTQG

560 A A

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