How do I know what tires to buy?
Locate a placard on the driver’s side door that indicates what size tires fit your car. For example, your tire size might read P215/65 R15. This string of numbers and letters denotes the tire width, the height compared to the width, and the diameter. In most cases, your new tires should match this size.
Are more expensive tires better?
It’s no surprise that the more expensive tires generally stop better when brand new. In some cases though, it’s not by much. The answer isn’t simply that you should buy the most expensive tire out there. In fact, the data points to some great deals that can be had on cheap tires.
Are General tires any good?
In many ways, General Tire is a middling tire brand. The tires aren’t expensive, but they aren’t the most affordable either. The tread-life warranties show the tires are expected to last, but they aren’t eye-popping warranties either. The biggest issue is the lack of performance options.
What are the two main types of tires?
There are two main types of tires, those made of metal and those made of rubber.
What is the number 1 tire brand?
Michelin
The Top 10 Best Tire Brands
| Best Tire Brand | Overall Score | Industry Reputation |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Michelin | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| 2. Goodyear | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| 3. Cooper | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| 4. Bridgestone | 4.0 | 4.5 |
What should I look for when choosing a tire for my car?
The speed index rating is also a relevant factor when choosing a tire. The tire’s speed capability must be at least equivalent to the top speed of the vehicle. Its speed rating indicates the maximum permissible speed (at full load) of a tire, and whether it’s appropriate for your car.
What does the speed rating on a tire mean?
The speed rating of the original tires that came on your car were matched to the maximum speed the car could attain—plus a significant built-in safety margin. This speed rating is expressed as a letter in the alpha-numeric code that immediately follows the tire size.
How can you tell if a tire is all terrain?
A tip is that many all-terrain tires will have “A T” or “All Terrain” right in the model name. Winter/snow tires are easily identified by a mountain and snowflake symbol displayed on the sidewall of the tire. Plus the tread looks busier than all-season tires with lots of slits, known as sipes.
Where do you find tread wear rating on tire?
The tread wear rating is listed as a number on the tire sidewall after the word “treadwear”. The higher this number, the more likely the tire will last longer. But the tests that are used to determine treadwear aren’t precise, so there is a lot of variability in this number.