radial ply
/ˈreɪdiəl ˌplaɪ/
adjective
- Describing a tire construction where the cords run radially (at right angles to the direction of travel), offering better performance and durability.
- He learned that radial-ply construction makes tires run cooler at high speeds.
- Radial-ply tires are more common than bias-ply tires on passenger vehicles.
- The truck was equipped with radial-ply tires for improved traction on wet roads.