bias-ply
tire
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pneumatic tires
Three types of pneumatic tires.
A bias-ply tire is a pneumatic tire where the cords are arranged diagonally to the tread's center line, with successive plies crossing each other. This construction, first used around 1965, differs from radial-ply tires, where cords run perpendicular to the tire's axis. While bias-ply tires are still used in some regions and for aircraft due to their tolerance for severe overloads, radial-ply tires are now the most common type for automobiles, offering better steering, lower rolling resistance, and longer tread life.12
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