Wheels & Tyres Quiz

What are the three most common materials used to make wheels?

• Steel, aluminum, carbon fiber

• Aluminum, magnesium, carbon fiber

• Steel, aluminum, magnesium

• Steel, carbon fiber, magnesium

What is the term used for the surface of the wheel that butts up against the wheel hub?

• Flange

• Rim

• Lug pattern

• Centerline

What determines the width of a wheel?

• The diameter of the wheel

• The size of the tyre

• The distance between the lug holes

• The size of the rim

What does a positive wheel offset mean?

• The flange is in line with the centerline of the wheel

• The flange is mounted in front of the centerline of the wheel

• The flange is mounted behind the centerline of the wheel

• The flange is mounted outboard of the centerline of the wheel

What is the purpose of tyres?

• To provide better traction

• To absorb shock from the road

• To improve gas mileage

• To enhance the look of the vehicle

Which type of tyre design is most commonly used?

• Radial ply

• Bias ply

• Steel-belted radial

• Bias slide

What is the purpose of the steel belts in a tyre?

• To improve traction

• To absorb shock

• To provide strength and stability

• To enhance the look of the tire

What is the main difference between bias ply and radial ply tyres?

• The direction of the steel belts

• The type of rubber used

• The tread pattern

• The size of the tyre

What factors should be considered when purchasing a set of wheels?

• Wheel diameter and width

• Wheel offset and lug pattern

• Wheel material and weight

• All of the above

Why might a negative wheel offset cause issues?

• It can cause the tyre to rub against components

• It can affect the handling of the vehicle

• It can cause uneven tire wear

• All of the above