# Tire-Scanning Speedbumps The Nokian 'SnapSkan' Provides Car Tire Service Automatically By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-12-14 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-tire-service References: [newatlas](http://newatlas.com/nokian-snapskan-tire-3d-scanner/46933/) & [nokiantyres](https://www.nokiantyres.com/snapskan/) Knowing when it's time to change your tires can sometimes be an afterthought, so the Nokian 'SnapSkan' car tire service device helps make it easier to identify the optimal time to do so. The Nokian 'SnapSkan' works by being placed in an entranceway that is used by cars on a consistent basis like in a [parking lot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parkyai). Drivers can drive over the Nokian 'SnapSkan' much like a speed bump and automatically have their tires scanned to detect the level of wear. The driver is sent a text message with a report after the system scans their [license plate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-reader). The Nokian 'SnapSkan' car tire service is set to used in a carpark in Helsinki to trial run the technology to ensure it's ready for adoption in other markets. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Automated Tire Scanning:** The Nokian 'SnapSkan' device automates the tire scanning process, providing an efficient way to assess tire wear. - **Convenience in Tire Maintenance:** The Nokian 'SnapSkan' makes it easier for drivers to identify the optimum time to change their tires, simplifying the tire maintenance process. - **Data-driven Tire Management:** The Nokian 'SnapSkan' generates a detailed report after scanning tires, allowing drivers to make informed decisions about tire maintenance and replacement. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive Services:** The automated tire scanning technology of Nokian 'SnapSkan' presents opportunities for innovation and efficiency in the automotive services industry. - **Parking Solutions:** The implementation of the Nokian 'SnapSkan' in parking lots opens up possibilities for integrating tire scanning technology into parking solutions. - **Smart Mobility:** The data-driven tire management provided by the Nokian 'SnapSkan' aligns with the goals of the smart mobility industry, enabling better vehicle maintenance and optimized performance. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Transforming Smart Vehicle Tires](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conqueror-tire.md) - [Award-Winning Smart Tire Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-tire-sensor.md) - [Four-Tire Changeover Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hunter-engineering.md) - [Car Recognition Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carsnap.md) - [Airless Car Tires](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airless-goodyear-tire.md) - [AI-Powered Vehicle Appraisal Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turnvision.md) - [Smart Inflation Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x8-apex.md) - [AI-Powered Parking Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parking-sign-scanner.md) - [Streamlined Vehicle Rental Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vehicle-rental-app.md)