radial tire

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Definition Noun : A type of pneumatic tire for vehicles, characterized by having its internal ply cords (the layers of fabric making up the tire's structure) arranged radially, or perpendicularly, from the bead (the edge that sits on the wheel rim) to the centerline of the tread. This construction is distinct from older bias-ply tires and provides benefits such as improved fuel efficiency, bett...