DOT Tire Codes
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PATDIESEL
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What is your interest in the information? I'm sure a email to the DOT or the tire manufacturer will get you the answer.
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mr1in6billion
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This begins with the letters "DOT" and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards. The next two numbers or letters are the plant code where it was manufactured, and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built. For example, the numbers 3197 means the 31st week of 1997. The other numbers are marketing codes used at the manufacturer's discretion. This information is used to contact consumers if a tire defect requires a recall.
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tehbrookzorz
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I work at Canadian Tire.
I just checked for you, and yes, the Motomaster Predators are made by Michelin. I don't personally recommend them for all-season driving, as they're touted as a 'performance tire,' which generally suggests a wider footprint and a harder tread compound. While I like the wider footprint, the harder compound will reduce traction in cold winter conditions. Winter tires act oppositely, increasing traction with a pliable compound and aggressive siping that will 'bite' into snow and ice. Obviously you don't want winter tires because they will wear out too soon, but next time I'd take a look at something like the Motomaster SE or the Goodyear Allegra, both of which offer siped tread blocks with a moderately hard compound with a decent km rating. I have to admit though, I would prefer Michelin Tires to Goodyears, so taking a peak at the special order program, or seeing what other Michelin tires are available may prove fruitful.
I just checked for you, and yes, the Motomaster Predators are made by Michelin. I don't personally recommend them for all-season driving, as they're touted as a 'performance tire,' which generally suggests a wider footprint and a harder tread compound. While I like the wider footprint, the harder compound will reduce traction in cold winter conditions. Winter tires act oppositely, increasing traction with a pliable compound and aggressive siping that will 'bite' into snow and ice. Obviously you don't want winter tires because they will wear out too soon, but next time I'd take a look at something like the Motomaster SE or the Goodyear Allegra, both of which offer siped tread blocks with a moderately hard compound with a decent km rating. I have to admit though, I would prefer Michelin Tires to Goodyears, so taking a peak at the special order program, or seeing what other Michelin tires are available may prove fruitful.
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