What brand are the tires on the Trumpchi GA6?
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The tires on the Trumpchi GA6 are Michelin brand tires. Michelin Group is a global leader in tire technology, founded a century ago in Clermont-Ferrand, France. In addition to tires, Michelin Group also produces rims, steel wires, mobility assistance systems, travel services, maps, and travel guides, with its map and guide publishing division being a leader in the field. Here is some additional information: 1. Michelin: Michelin is the world's top tire brand and the inventor of radial tires. In fact, Michelin is a manufacturer with relatively balanced technology, slightly emphasizing comfort and quietness. Although Michelin tires are more prone to wear due to their softer sidewalls, the Michelin EverGrip technology ensures that the tires maintain a certain level of grip even after the tread pattern wears down. Additionally, Michelin tires are generally priced higher, making them suitable for owners who prioritize comfort and quietness and have no budget constraints. 2. Tire replacement: Tires are consumables and need to be replaced every few tens of thousands of kilometers. You can refer to the tire wear indicators in the main tread grooves. When the tire tread wears down to the level of the wear indicators, it means the tires need to be replaced. When tires reach their wear limit, the wet grip area is significantly reduced, severely compromising safety in wet conditions.
I've been driving the Trumpchi GA6 for over two years and am quite familiar with its tires. The original tires for the GA6 aren't fixed to one brand; they vary by year and configuration. My 2021 high-end model came with Michelin Primacy series tires, which indeed offer a quiet and comfortable ride. However, a friend mentioned that his mid-range model was originally equipped with Giti tires, which are more economical. The tire sidewalls clearly display the brand logos—just crouch down to see them, like 'Michelin' for Michelin and 'Giti' for Giti. The salesperson should inform you about the tire brand listed in the configuration sheet when you pick up a new car, but you don't necessarily have to stick to the original brand when replacing tires later, as long as the specifications match parameters like 225/50 R17. Tires are consumables, and you should monitor wear after about 50,000 to 60,000 kilometers. Insufficient tread depth in the rain grooves can be particularly dangerous in wet conditions. I make it a habit to check tire pressure and cracks monthly.
