How to Choose New Tires for Your Toyota

Nov 12, 2015

tire There is a lot more to picking out new tires for your Toyota than just getting the right size. Although you can easily go to a tire store and ask for the cheapest set of tires that fit your car, you may end up disappointed with your purchase. However, if you take a little time to consider your needs and driving style you should be able to find a set of tires right for you. Though this can be a difficult task, here is a guide on how to choose new tires for your Toyota.

Know When You Need New Tires

Everyone has a bit of a different opinion about what they think the wear and tear of your tires should be. But you are the one driving your Toyota, and you will know when your ride feels off, or you don’t have the same traction as you should. However, the standard for when you need to replace tires is when your tire tread reaches 2/32 of an inch or if you do the penny test when you can see the top of Lincoln’s head.

Know Which Size Tires Fit Your Toyota

Once you have determined that you need new tires for your Toyota, you need to know which size tires to buy. The easiest way to know your tire size is to look at the sidewall of current tires on your vehicle. In some cases, the tires installed on your car may be larger or smaller than the recommended tire size. If you want to return to the recommended size, check your vehicle’s user manual to find the best size tire.

Know Your Driving Conditions

Think about the areas you drive in and how the weather may play into the conditions which you drive. For someone who lives in a mild climate that is dry, you may need less concerned about the tread on your car than for someone who drives in lots of rain, snow, and ice. All season tires are what most people choose to invest in, but they are not ideal for someone who has more bad weather than good weather each year. You might even consider purchasing a separate set of snow tires for the winter months.

Know Your Budget

In many cases, you can get something great at a low price, but when it comes to tires, you truly get what you pay for. Tires that you pay $70 per tire may seem like a great deal in comparison to $130 per tire for, but when the $70 tires last you 30,000 miles and the $130 tires last you 70,000 miles, you can see that the more expensive tires are the better deal. So if you can afford to spend a little more now, you will ultimately save yourself money in the long run.

These tips are great for getting you started in your search for buying new tires, but if you are still confused to ask the professionals; tire experts are there to help you with the tire buying process.

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