Vehicle Care
Winter tires
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Winter tires improve driving safety when the temperature drops below 7°C, so they should be fitted on all wheels.
Tire markings
e.g. 215/60 R 16 95 H
215 = Tire width in mm 60 = Aspect ratio (ratio of section height to tire width, in %) R = Tire construction: Radial RF = Type: Run-flat
16 = Wheel diameter in inches 95 = Load index, e.g. 95 corresponds to a load capacity of 690 kg H = Speed symbol
Speed symbol:
Q = up to 160 km/h
S = up to 180 km/h
T = up to 190 km/h
H = up to 210 km/h
V = up to 240 km/h
W = up to 270 km/h
Test yourself
A quick Chevrolet Aveo quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.
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