How To Buy The Right Tyre For Your Car

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What are the weather conditions in which you drive?

Tires are made for various weather conditions. Some tires are all-weather tires, whereas others are made especially for ice, snow, rain, or heat. The weather affects your tire performance, and you need to ensure that your tires are suitable for the weather you mostly drive-in. 

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Warm Weather 

There are summer tires or all-season tires that you can use when the temperature is high or above freezing temperature. 

Seasonal Climate

For all seasons, get tires that suit every climate: 

1. All season tires 
2. Winter tires 
3. Summer tires

Winter Weather

When the temperature is too cold, and there is snow or ice, that is when you require a set of winter tires. All-season tires would not be a good fit in such a weather condition, and you should get winter tires for optimum performance and safety. 

You drive on which road type?

You require different tires for different types of roads. For driving mainly in the city, you should: 

• Get tires that have optimal braking on both wet and dry roads.

• Get tires with a low rolling resistance to help you save fuel and be more economical.

• Get tires that have longevity because a lot of braking takes place in city driving. Stopping and then continuing the drive numerous times takes a toll on the tires.

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Highway Driving

For driving on the highway, you should: 

• Get tires that provide optimal braking on both wet and dry roads. High speeds require maximum safety, and such tires are needed for highway driving.
• Get tires that are comfortable for long trips and offer less noise level and vibration. 
• Get tires with excellent stability and grip. 

Unpaved Roads

It would be best to get tires that give you maximum off-road traction and durability for driving on unpaved roads. 

The driving style that you have

It would be best if you bought tires that match your driving style. If you like to drive in comfort, you should get tires that specifically allow a smooth ride, create low noise on the drive and comfort on its specs. Generally speaking, lower speed rating touring tires (H, S, or T ratings at sidewall) provide more comfort than speed. 

You should get tires that provide excellent steering precision and handling if you like the thrill. Such tires are often known as high-performance tires and have higher speed ratings.