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- Are reinforced tyres the same as run flats tyres?
- Avon Run Flat tyres
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- Can I change away from Run Flat tyres?
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- Can you mix run flat tyres with normal tyres?
- Can you mix run flat tyres with normal tyres?
- Can you repair run flat tyres?
- Continental Run Flat tyres
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- How do I know if my tyres are Run Flat tyres?
- How far can you travel on a run flat tyre?
- How To Change A Run Flat Tyre
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- Looking for a Run Flat tyre?
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- What are run flat tyres and how do they work?
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- How to become a tyre fitter?
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- How to claim pothole damage to tyres
- Identifying each of your vehicle’s tyres
- Part Worn Tyres
- Tyre Safety Tips
- What are pneumatic tyres?
- What causes issues with my tyres?
- What is a space saver tyre?
- What is tyre sealant?
- What should you do if your tyre bursts while driving?
- When to change tyres?
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- How do I know what tyres I should choose?
- How do I know what tyres I should choose?
- How long do tyres last?
- How much are my tyres based on inch?
- How much is a new tyre?
- How much to fit tyres?
- We know that buying the right tyres is important and many shoppers like to research and compare different makes and models.
- What are energy saving tyres and are they worth it?
- What are energy saving tyres and are they worth it?
- What are extra load tyres?
- What are homologated tyres?
- What are low profile tyres?
- What do XL and Reinforced mean?
- What is aspect ratio of tyre?
- What is the advantage of energy saving tyres?
- What is the difference between budget, mid-range, and premium tyres?
- What tyres will offer good mileage
- What tyres will offer good mileage
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Tyre Fitting
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What do XL and Reinforced mean?
If your car is a multi-purpose vehicle (i.e. Minivan) or a vehicle that tends to carry heavy loads, it is likely that the manufacturer has designed the vehicle to be fitted with tyres which are capable of supporting heavier loads. These tyres are classified as XL (Extra Load) or reinforced tyres.
If your current tyres are either of these, you will see the lettering XL or RNF on the sidewall of the tyre – in the same way that the tyre size is printed on the side.
What does reinforced tyre mean?
A reinforced tyre, sometimes called an "extra load" tyre, has been developed to carry heavier loads than standard tyres.
Reinforced tyres are generally made up of stronger materials - such as a more robust carcass and steel belts - to ensure that the additional weight they carry is done so safely, without an affect on the performance. They are commonly fitted on commercial vehicles, SUVs, and other large vehicles.
What does xl mean on tyres?
If you see XL on the sidewall of a tyre, this stands for "extra load" and the identification is used to let you know the tyres are reinforced and capable and carrying more weight than standard tyres. The XL rating is typically found on tyres for larger vehicles, such as SUVs, vans, and trucks.