What is the difference between 96v and 96w?
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The difference between 96v tires and 96w tires lies in the maximum speed of the vehicle. The markings on the side of the tire include 96v and 96w, where 96 represents the load index of a single tire, corresponding to an actual load capacity of 710kg. The following letter indicates the maximum speed the tire can withstand: V represents a maximum speed of 240km/h, commonly used in sports cars, while W represents 270km/h, typically used in special sports cars. More details are as follows: 1. Tire codes: Most tire codes follow this pattern: 195/65-R15-88H or 195/65H-R15-88. 2. Meaning of the codes: 195: Represents the tire width. 65: Represents the tire aspect ratio. R: Indicates the tire construction type, which is radial. 15: Represents the rim diameter. 88: Represents the load index. H: Represents the speed rating.