What is Tire Rolling Resistance?

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BarrettRose
07/29/25 5:31pm
Tire rolling resistance refers to the resistance opposite to the rolling direction experienced when an inflated tire rolls in a straight line on an ideal road surface (typically a flat, dry, and hard surface), with the central symmetrical plane of its outer edge aligned with the wheel's rolling direction. There are many factors affecting rolling resistance, mainly including the following aspects. 1. The influence of wheel load: Increasing the normal, tangential, and lateral forces on the wheel will cause corresponding tire deformation, increase hysteresis loss, and raise the rolling resistance coefficient. 2. The influence of tire structure and materials: Under the condition of ensuring sufficient tire strength and service life, fewer cord layers and a lighter tire body are used. 3. The influence of road conditions: The rougher the road surface, the greater the friction factor and rolling resistance; the more water on the road surface, the greater the rolling resistance. Therefore, when driving on bumpy or waterlogged roads, the speed should be relatively reduced.
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