Course in Compatibility of Modern Tyres on Classic Cars
300-hour online course in compatibility of modern tyres on classic cars. 6 modules covering UNECE Regulation No. 30 (passenger car tyres), ETRTO Standards Manual (tyre and rim dimensions) and advanced Excel (calculation of size equivalences). Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Course in Compatibility of Modern Tyres on Classic Cars — studying from India
India has a strong heritage of classic vehicles, motorcycles and machinery, with active enthusiast communities and specialist workshops in Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Bengaluru and Chennai. Interest in vintage cars and motorcycles, including classic Ambassador and Royal Enfield models, has grown steadily. Restoration work combines historical research, metalwork, mechanical rebuilding and conservation techniques. While formal regulation is limited, vehicle registration and roadworthiness fall under state transport authorities, and the Automotive Research Association of India provides technical expertise. Engineers and craftspeople in this area focus on restoration, documentation and technical authenticity.
Fees for India: ₹78,800 (Indian Rupee), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in India
Typical roles
Questions from India
Is there a recognised body in India for classic vehicle restoration?
There is no statutory title for classic restoration in India. Vehicle standards and registration involve bodies such as the Automotive Research Association of India, and enthusiast clubs operate informally. SEIUM's qualification is a private one and is not accredited by any national body, so its value depends on how employers and clients see it.
Which employers or clients in India use classic restoration skills?
Specialist restoration workshops, collectors, classic car dealers, and heritage motoring firms are typical employers and clients. Work is often based on reputation and a portfolio of completed restorations. A private qualification may support your background, but clients and employers will judge your actual craftsmanship.
Can I study this part-time from India, and is it in English?
The programme is 100% online and taught in English, so you need a working level of English. You can study from home anywhere in India without a student visa, and an assigned technical tutor supports you. Fees are payable in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible if your workplace will fund it.
Take the controls.
Run a real engineering trade-off from this field. Move the sliders, watch the model react in real time and beat the challenge.
What you will be able to do
Interpret tyre and rim markings and dimensions according to ETRTO and UNECE.
Calculate equivalences between original sizes and currently available sizes.
Verify the mechanical compatibility between rim, tyre, hub and bodywork.
Analyse the effect of modern radial tyres on the behaviour of a classic car.
Adjust geometry and pressures to adapt the vehicle to the new tyre.
Compare market offerings against criteria of safety, aesthetics and originality.
Assess the legality of changing tyres on historic vehicles.
Who it's for
- Tyre and geometry specialist technician who wants to specialise in Compatibility of Modern Tyres on Classic Cars.
- Technical advisor for classic vehicles who wants to specialise in Compatibility of Modern Tyres on Classic Cars.
- MOT inspector who wants to specialise in Compatibility of Modern Tyres on Classic Cars.
- Classic car restoration mechanic who wants to specialise in Compatibility of Modern Tyres on Classic Cars.
- Commercial technician for a tyre manufacturer who wants to specialise in Compatibility of Modern Tyres on Classic Cars.
- Historic vehicle preparer who wants to specialise in Compatibility of Modern Tyres on Classic Cars.
- Graduates in engineering or sciences seeking to enter classic car restoration workshops.
What you'll work with
- UNECE Regulation No. 30 (passenger car tyres)
- ETRTO Standards Manual (tyre and rim dimensions)
- UNECE Regulation No. 54 (commercial vehicle tyres)
- ISO 4000-1 (passenger car tyres and rims)
- Regulation (EU) 2020/740 (tyre labelling)
- Vehicle Modifications Manual (Ministry of Industry)
- RD 892/2013 (Historic Vehicle Regulation)
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Historic sizes and their equivalence1.2Old and current nomenclature1.3Bias-ply, radial and their difference in behaviour1.4Overall diameter and its importance1.5Profile, width and admissible rim1.6Load and speed indices1.7Homologation and vehicle documentation1.8MOT inspection and accepted equivalences1.9Reliable data sources1.10Workshop: calculating equivalences for a vehicle
2.1Rim width and bead seat2.2Spoked rims and their limitation2.3Pressed steel and alloy rims2.4Rim profile and inner tube2.5Valves and their compatibility2.6Clearances with bodywork and suspension2.7Offset dimensions2.8Weights and balancing2.9Checking clearances through full travel2.10Practical: verifying clearances on an assembly
3.1Radial on suspension designed for bias-ply3.2Lateral stiffness and steering response3.3Steering effort without assistance3.4Braking and available grip3.5Comfort and vibration transmission3.6Speedometer and overall gearing3.7Performance and fuel consumption3.8Wear and geometry3.9Unexpected reactions and how to manage them3.10Practical: documented comparative test
4.1Geometry review after the change4.2Appropriate toe-in and camber4.3Recommended pressures and their adjustment4.4Historic versus current pressures4.5Vehicle loading and its effect4.6Balancing and vibrations4.7Checks after the first kilometres4.8Documenting the adopted values4.9Interview with the owner4.10Practical: complete set-up
5.1Reproductions of historic tread patterns5.2Current classic-brand tyres5.3Radials with period appearance5.4Conventional modern tyres5.5Quality, batch age and provenance5.6Availability of rare sizes5.7Cost and expected lifespan5.8Criteria for show and everyday use vehicles5.9Honest advice to the client5.10Practical: reasoned proposal for three vehicles
6.1Risk of fitting an incorrect size6.2Workshop liability6.3Documentation and significant modifications6.4Insurance and its coverage6.5Periodic inspection and tyre age6.6Vehicle storage6.7Common errors and known accidents6.8Documented real cases6.9Communicating limitations6.10Final project: tyre compatibility report
How you'll learn
Fully 100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetable: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine study with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is advanced Excel (calculation of size equivalences), Hunter WinAlign (wheel alignment), CarSim (vehicle dynamics), MATLAB (Pacejka tyre models), in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures on alignment and geometry benches, closed-circuit dynamic testing, and wheel-to-bodywork clearance checks. Assessment is continuous by module plus the final integrating project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Interpret tyre and rim markings and dimensions according to ETRTO and UNECE.
Calculate equivalences between original sizes and currently available sizes.
Verify the mechanical compatibility between rim, tyre, hub and bodywork.
Analyse the effect of modern radial tyres on the behaviour of a classic car.
Adjust geometry and pressures to adapt the vehicle to the new tyre.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior qualification is required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient level of Spanish to follow technical regulatory texts.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme comprises 300 hours in total, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with full-time work.
You will work with advanced Excel (calculation of size equivalences), Hunter WinAlign (wheel alignment), CarSim (vehicle dynamics) and MATLAB (Pacejka tyre models). Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
A SEIUM own diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. It is in-house training, not an official Ministry qualification.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area can be recognised in the higher programme. Please check the recognition policy when you enrol.
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