All-Terrain Tyre (A/T)
An all-terrain tyre is a tyre for SUVs and pickups that works on roads and in moderate off-road conditions such as gravel and dirt.
What is All-Terrain Tyre (A/T)?
It has a more open tread than a road tyre. It is quieter and more comfortable on the road than a mud-terrain tyre. Many A/T tyres also have the snowflake symbol. A/T tyres are popular on vehicles that are mainly used on roads but sometimes go off-road.
How it works
Larger tread blocks and voids grip loose surfaces while still giving reasonable road manners.
Why it matters for your car
Expect more road noise and higher fuel use than with road tyres. Check the load index for heavy vehicles.
Other terms
- ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
- Air Quality Sensor
- Asymmetric Tyres
- Battery Thermal Management
- Borescope (Inspection Camera)
- Brake Caliper
- Brake Caliper Rebuild
- Drive Cycle (OBD Drive Cycle)
- Estate Car (Station Wagon)
- Fuel Rail
- High-voltage Interlock Loop (HVIL)
- Jacking Points
- Kick-down
- New Car Warranty
- Residual Value
- Rocker Arm
- Stabiliser Hitch
- Technical Service Bulletin (TSB)
- Towing Electrics (Trailer Socket)
- Wheel Offset (ET)