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Road wheels and tyres

Power Mechanics · Grade 10 · about 40 minutes

The functions of a vehicle wheel and tyre, the types of tyre (tube and tubeless), radial and cross-ply construction, how to read tyre sidewall markings, and the safety-critical role of tyres.

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  • 6 sections of explanation, worked examples and diagrams
  • 1 practice task with hints and worked answers
  • A quiz that marks itself as you go
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