Choosing the right tire for your vehicle can be quite the task! But have no fear as I made a video detailing the process I follow when choosing the right tire for my car and I even came up with an acronym to help you remember… are you ready for it? It’s T.I.R.E
- Tally up your needs list
- Use the Manufacturer’s Specifications as a benchmark
- What type of weather will you be driving in?
- How long will you keep the car?
- Inquire
- Ask a car savvy friend for help
- Be honest about your driving style, habits, and capabilities
- Premium tires (very grippy) may be excessive; you may waste money
- Do you prefer a quiet, smooth ride or willing to sacrifice?
- Research
- Start with Tirerack
- Large tire selection
- Huge database of test results and consumer reviews
- Don’t go to a tire store for advice. They are trained to sell you their own tires or whatever tires they need to get rid off
- Compare specifications and keep in mind physics
- Narrow it down to 3-4 tires
- Change the size of the tire if needed
- Start with Tirerack
- Evaluate
- Compare – search around the internet for the tires you chose
- Discount clubs like Sam’s or Costco often offer great deals for its members