THE COMPLETE
TIRE GUIDE
Tires are more than just rubber on wheels; they're rated, sized, and designed for specific road and weather conditions. Understanding your tires means better performance, safer driving, and smarter buying decisions. This guide simplifies the technical information and gives you the practical knowledge you need.
Tire Size
Each tire displays important specifications on the sidewall, depending on the tire type and intended use. Learn what each number and letter means across P-metric, LT-metric, flotation, and bias-ply formats, and understand how to interpret measurements like width, aspect ratio, load index, and speed rating.
Tire Type
Tires are engineered for different driving conditions, each with distinct strengths and trade-offs. Discover how touring, performance, all terrain, mud terrain, and other categories differ in handling, comfort, tread life, and capability, to understand which types best suit your vehicle and driving style.
Tire Season
Matching your tires to the season is critical for safety and performance. Explore how all season, summer, winter, and all weather tires differ, and learn which type offers the safest traction, shortest braking distances, and best handling for your region.
Load Index
& Load Range
Overloading tires can lead to structural failure and dangerous handling. Learn how load index and load range ratings define what the tires can handle, and understand the difference between specific ratings to discover why matching your vehicle's specifications is essential for safety and performance.
Speed Rating
Selecting the right speed rating ensures your tires match the vehicle's performance capabilities. Find out how speed ratings reflect construction quality and heat resistance, understand which rating different vehicles require, and learn why this seemingly simple letter affects handling, durability, and heat resistance.
UTQG
Tires are rated by the U.S. government using a standardized system that measures treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance. Discover how UTQG grades work and what the numbers and letters on your tire’s sidewall reveal about its longevity, wet-weather grip, and temperature tolerance, helping you to make an informed decision about your tire.
Maintenance
Most tire problems are preventable with basic maintenance routines. Learn the most important practices that maximize safety and longevity, from maintaining correct pressure and monitoring tread depth to understanding when rotation is necessary and how proper seasonal storage protects your investment.
