How to Choose the Best Tires for Your Car
Tires are to cars what legs are to humans. Tires support the weight of the vehicle, transmit accelerating and braking force to the ground, absorb shock from road surfaces, and help change/maintain direction.
Tires are the most critical point of contact between a car and the road. They affect car safety and performance, which is why you should be very careful when selecting tires for your car.
Original Equipment Vs. A New Brand
If you like the way your car rides and handles, buy the original equipment or OE tires (the tires your car was originally equipped with from the factory). This makes a lot of sense as the tires were designed for your car and will be a good fit.
But if you want to change the way your car rides and handles, consider buying tires by a different brand. Consult your mechanic, and research top-rated automotive tires.
Look for Tires That Optimize Your Car’s Handling and Braking
Look for tires that reduce road noise and improve ride quality. When buying tires, consider your driving style. If you do not like compromising on ride quality, look for the best tires for comfort and noise.
Consider investing in touring tires with lower speed ratings as they are usually optimized for more comfort instead of more speed. Do not opt for a tire with a speed rating lower than your original tires.
Avoid aggressive tread designs as they may generate a lot of noise. If you want to try high adrenaline driving experiences, invest in high-performance tires optimized to provide superior control.
Choose Your Tire Type
- All-season Tires: All-season tires, as the name implies, can be used year-round. They’re designed to deliver a smooth ride. All-season tires, however, are a compromise as they do not do well in extreme weather.
- Summer Tires: Summer tires or regular tires provide superior damp road traction and are perfect for spring showers and summer thunderstorms.
- All-terrain Tires: If you like taking the road less traveled, invest in a good set of all-terrain tires. These bad boys are designed to tackle all surfaces.
Determine Your Tire Size
To know your tire size, check the information placard on the inside of the driver’s side door. Alternatively, check your current tires. The first-three digits in the tire size denotes the tire’s width.
Grand Prix Performance
is one of the most trusted tire shops in Costa Mesa. We are committed to helping drivers make their tires last long. Whether you need traditional tires or high-performance tires, we have got you covered. To talk to a tire expert, call 949-645-7022.