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DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN)
U.S. tire regulations prescribe that every manufacturer of new tires or retreader has to imprint a TIN in or on the sidewall of each tire produced. The TIN is a unique identification number. The ...

Load index
In addition to the load bearing index, the load index may also be imprinted on the sidewall of the tire. This specifies the load bearing capacity more precisely. ...

Tachometer
The red band in the tachometer indicates the engine's overrevving range. Do not drive in the overrevving range, as this could damage the engine. The fuel supply is interrupted to protect the ...