What is the ratio referred to as aspect ratio?
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Aspect ratio is the ratio of the height to the width of a tire's cross-section. Tire aspect ratio: Also known as the profile, it refers to the height-to-width ratio of the tire's cross-section. The aspect ratio on tire specifications is displayed as a percentage. The smaller the aspect ratio, the wider the tire's cross-section. A wider cross-section tire has a larger contact area, lower contact pressure, less wear, reduced rolling resistance, and stronger lateral stability. Reasons for using low-profile tires: Under the same load capacity, wide cross-section tires have a smaller diameter compared to standard tires, which can lower the vehicle's center of gravity and improve driving stability. Therefore, wide cross-section tires are widely used in high-speed cars and racing vehicles.