Stability and Handling Issues with Narrow Tyre Width

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Stability and Handling Issues with Narrow Tyre Width

The stock tyres on Prince Pearl tend to be narrow both in width and tread, which may affect grip, especially during cornering o r when roads are wet. Several drivers feel the car becomes unstable o r wobbly in such conditions. How does the narrow tyre specification affect handling and safety, and what tyre width/tread changes within safe limits could improve stability?

Talha Kyanii asked on 06 Dec 2025 16:16:11 pm

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Gari Master - on 06 Dec 2025 16:17:23 pm

If tyre width and tread design is narrow, grip — especially during cornering o r on wet/slippery roads — can be weak. This increases risk of skidding o r loss of control, particularly in turns o r sudden manoeuvres.
RAC
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The Road Safety Foundation
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Narrow tyres also offer a smaller contact patch with the road, which reduces overall stability at higher speeds o r when the road surface is irregular. This can lead to drifting, less precise steering, and poorer handling — especially for a lightweight car like Prince Pearl.
bridgestone
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Arrive Alive
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A practical fix: if possible, choose tyres with a moderate width and good tread pattern — ideally suited for mixed city + rough roads ensure tyres are matched to load and road conditions, and maintain correct tyre pressure so they perform optimally.

Bottom line: Narrow o r low‑spec tyres reduce grip and stability, so upgrading to better tyres with suitable width and tread can noticeably improve handling and safety.