Hyundai Elantra: Tire maintenance

Refer to this section to understand the load and inflation limits for tires fitted to your Hyundai Elantra under various operating conditions.

In addition to proper inflation, correct wheel alignment helps to decrease tire wear. If you find a tire is worn unevenly, have your dealer check the wheel alignment.

When you have new tires installed, make sure they are balanced. This will increase vehicle ride comfort and tire life. Additionally, a tire should always be rebalanced if it is removed from the wheel.

Radial-ply tires have become the default choice for modern passenger vehicles due to their superior design and performance characteristics. Their construction uses layers of cord arranged perpendicularly to the direction of travel, allowing for more flexibility and heat dissipation. This results in a smoother ride, better fuel economy, and longer tread life. For Hyundai Elantra owners, radial tires help absorb road irregularities, improving comfort during daily commutes. They also provide improved steering precision and cornering stability compared to older bias-ply designs. These tires are lighter, which also reduces unsprung weight and contributes to handling efficiency. Their sidewalls are stiffer, offering enhanced support under load. Most brands now offer radials with specialized treads for wet or dry conditions. Keeping radial tires properly inflated and balanced ensures they perform at their peak. Their widespread availability and proven benefits make them a smart, everyday solution for compact sedans.