What brand is Extra tires?
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Extra refers to Maxxis tires under the Cheng Shin Tire brand. Maxxis Tire is one of the brands under Cheng Shin Rubber Ind. Co., Ltd. In addition to Maxxis, Cheng Shin Tire's tire brands include "ChengShin", "CST", and "MAXXIS". Maxxis International continuously provides high-quality tire products for passenger cars, light trucks, bicycles, motorcycles, ATVs, trailers, kart racing, and lawn mowers. Maxxis products are sold in more than 170 countries, with business operations across Asia, Europe, and North America, making it one of the largest tire companies in the world. Cheng Shin Tires are produced by Cheng Shin Rubber Ind. Co., Ltd. The company was founded on January 1, 1967, in Taiwan, China, and its business scope is divided into three main sectors: consumer products include bicycle tires, motorcycle tires, and passenger car tires. The professional sector includes light truck tires, truck tires, bus tires, trailer tires, and agricultural/industrial vehicle tires. The special sector includes ATV tires and kart tires. Tires, together with the car's suspension system, help cushion the impact forces experienced during driving, providing good ride comfort and smoothness while ensuring excellent adhesion between the wheels and the road. Tires bear the weight of the car, making them one of the most important components of a vehicle. Characteristics of car tires: The tread of car tires features patterns to enhance performance, while the increased cross-sectional width and lower internal pressure provide better cushioning. Car tires can be structurally classified into radial tires and bias-ply tires. For daily use of Cheng Shin Tires, pay attention to the following points: Regularly check the tire surface for cracks, deformations, or other defects. Due to wear from driving, the tread grooves gradually become shallower. If the tread is worn flat, it loses its drainage and anti-skid functions, significantly reducing the car's performance. Even small cracks can pose a risk of tire blowouts at high speeds. Additionally, promptly remove pebbles lodged in the grooves. Park on level ground whenever possible. Avoid parking on roads with thick, sharp, or pointed stones. Do not park near or in contact with petroleum products, acids, or other materials that may deteriorate rubber. After parking, avoid turning the steering wheel, as this accelerates tire wear. Do not splash water to cool overheated tires. In hot weather or during high-speed driving, tires can overheat, increasing internal pressure. In such cases, stop to let the tires cool naturally. Never release air to reduce pressure or splash water to cool them, as this can cause abnormal aging of the tread rubber. Avoid sudden braking. Minimize frequent or hard braking to prevent accelerated tread wear from dragging against the road surface.
Having driven and repaired cars for so many years, I know a thing or two about tires. I've genuinely never heard of the Extra tire brand you mentioned; mainstream brands like Michelin, Goodyear, and Bridgestone are what most people are familiar with. Identifying tire brands is actually quite simple: just look for the small lettering on the sidewall, which usually includes the brand name, size, and load index. If Extra is indeed a brand, it might be a low-end product from a small manufacturer, possibly sold in specific regions. I tried off-brand tires once—they were noisy and prone to aging—but switching to Continental made a world of difference. Safety comes first; tires affect grip and braking performance, so sticking with reputable brands is more reassuring. Though they might cost more upfront, their durability and reliability make them more cost-effective in the long run. Regularly checking tire pressure and wear is also a must.
