Bead
The tire bead ensures that the tire sits securely on the wheel. There are several steel wires in the bead to prevent the tire from coming loose from the wheel rim.
See also:
Occupant distribution
The distribution of occupants in a vehicle at
their designated seating positions. ...
Assistants to see and be seen better
The Adaptive High Beam Assist system is now offered as standard equipment on
the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class. This camera-based system can recognize oncoming
vehicles or vehicles ahead with their light ...
Sidewall
The part of the tire between the tread and the
bead. ...