What tires does the Axela use?
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The Axela uses Goodyear tires with a tire size of 205/60R16. The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company was founded in 1898 and has a history of over a century. Goodyear is the world's largest tire manufacturing company, headquartered in Akron, Ohio, USA. The company primarily produces tires, engineered rubber products, and chemical products in over 90 factories across 28 countries. For the Axela'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 on the tires gradually become shallower. If the tread wears flat, it will lose its drainage and anti-skid functions, significantly reducing the car's performance. Small cracks may seem minor but can be a hidden danger for tire blowouts at high speeds. Additionally, 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 the car 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 operation accelerates tire wear. Do not splash water to cool the tires. In hot weather or during high-speed driving, tires are prone to overheating, and the tire pressure may increase. In such cases, stop to let the tires cool down. Never release air to reduce pressure or splash water to cool the tires, as this can cause abnormal aging of the tread rubber. Avoid sudden braking. Try to minimize frequent or hard braking to prevent accelerated tread wear caused by dragging between the tires and the ground.
I've been driving my Mazda Axela for almost two years now, and it came with Bridgestone Turanza T005 series tires, size 205/55 R16. These tires are incredibly comfortable, with low noise on both city roads and highways, and excellent wet grip. I remember driving on mountain roads without any slipping, which was quite reassuring. My driving style is generally gentle, and the tires lasted over 40,000 kilometers before the tread started to wear. Later, I switched to Yokohama Advan dB series, which improved handling a bit but were slightly less quiet in terms of noise reduction. For maintenance, I check the tire pressure monthly, keeping it around 2.4 bar, which helps maintain stable fuel consumption at about 6L. I recommend considering a tire change around 50,000 kilometers. Choosing summer tires or winter snow tires based on the season can make driving safer and more reliable. Tire selection greatly impacts the driving experience.
