What brand of tires does the Fit use?
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Bridgestone is the tire used by the Fit, with a tire size of 185/60R15. Bridgestone Corporation (English: Bridgestone Corporation) was established by Shojiro Ishibashi in 1931 in Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan, as a tire manufacturing plant. In the 2018 Fortune Global 500 ranking, it was ranked 365th. The company's English name is derived from the founder's surname, Ishibashi, through a semantic translation. Bridgestone is the largest tire manufacturer in Japan and also the world's largest tire manufacturer. In Chinese, Bridgestone was once referred to as the "Ishibashi brand" in the early years, but today the company uniformly uses the transliterated name "Bridgestone." For the Fit's tires in daily use, pay attention to the following points: Regularly check the tire surface for cracks, deformations, or other defects. Due to driving wear, the tread grooves of the tires gradually become shallow. If the tread is worn flat, it will lose its drainage and anti-slip functions, significantly reducing the car's performance. Small cracks may also pose a hidden danger of tire blowouts during high-speed driving. Additionally, be sure to promptly remove pebbles lodged in the grooves. Try to park on flat ground. 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 cause rubber deterioration. After parking, the driver should not turn the steering wheel, as this action will accelerate tire wear. Do not splash water to cool down. In hot weather or during high-speed driving, tires are prone to overheating, and the air pressure will increase. In such cases, stop to allow the tires to cool down naturally. Never release air to reduce pressure or splash water to cool the tires, as this may cause abnormal aging of the tread rubber. Avoid sudden braking. Try to minimize frequent or emergency braking to prevent accelerated tread wear caused by dragging between the tires and the ground.
I noticed that the original tire brands for the Honda Fit are actually quite diverse, depending on which year's model you buy, but the more common ones are Japanese brands like Bridgestone, Yokohama, or Dunlop—for example, the Ecopia series focuses on fuel efficiency. I've driven the Fit a few times, and these tires perform quite steadily in city driving. However, if you're considering replacing the tires yourself, you need to consider whether the tire size matches the factory's 185/60 R15 specification, as well as climate factors. In areas with heavy rainfall, tires with good wet traction, such as Michelin or Goodyear, are safer. Regularly checking tire pressure and wear condition is crucial, as it can extend tire life and save fuel costs. Before replacing tires, I recommend visiting a professional shop for measurements—don’t just focus on brand or price; performance compatibility is what truly matters.
Hi, I usually commute in a Fit, and the original tires are mostly Bridgestone's BlueEarth type, which are quiet and economical, but after changing them, I feel that Michelin Energy is smoother. Choosing the wrong tire brand can affect handling, and the standard for Fit is 15-inch rims. If you enjoy highway driving, switching to high-performance tires like Yokohama ADVAN can enhance cornering fun, but they are a bit more expensive. For daily use, remember to check the tire pressure once a month, around 2.3 bar is the most fuel-efficient, and don't wait until you get a puncture to fix it.
