Can I buy different size tires?
The short answer is: Yes. But does wheel size matter? Tires are a part of the wheel setup. For instance, your vehicle has a set size of rims, but you can buy different sizes of tires to fit those rims, as long as the middle of the tires is the correct size.
How do I know what tire size to buy?
What does my tire size mean?
- The two digit number after the slash mark is the aspect ratio which measures the tire’s cross-section to it’s width.
- If the tire size is 255/60 R16, the 60 means that the height is 60% of the tire’s width. The bigger the aspect ratio, the bigger the tire’s sidewall will be.
Can I get bigger tires for my car?
In most cases, the answer is yes. No one can deny the aesthetic appeal of having larger tires and wheels on your car, light truck or SUV. Adding a larger tire and wheel combination to your vehicle is referred to as “plus sizing” such as a “plus one” or “plus two” fitment.
What happens if you have different size tires?
Mismatched wheels will fit each tire differently causing uneven wear and tear. In addition, different sized wheels can lead to different sized tires which can be detrimental to your vehicle. The best case scenario is to buy the same original equipment wheels that came on your vehicle.
What does XL mean on a tire?
This means there needs to be different types of tyres, as the tyres used for a large vehicle, an SUV or a fully loaded transporter have to take more weight than those of a normal car. XL tyres have been especially developed for use with heavy loads. Generally speaking, the tyre name XL is used for heavy duty tyres.
How much bigger can I go with tires?
As a general rule of thumb, it’s safe to fit a tire up to 20 millimeters wider than stock on the original rim. The actual width of the tire will vary depending on the width of the rim: The tire will expand 5 millimeters for every half inch (12.5 millimeters) increase in rim width.
Do all 4 tires have to be the same size?
For optimal safety and performance, Continental recommends fitting the same tires to every wheel position on your car, so drivers should have the same brand, size, tread pattern, load index, and speed rating on the front and rear tires.
What’s the difference between a 225 tire and a 215 tire?
215 and 225 are tires that are supposed to fit with different width for their unlike sizes. True to their name 215 is a bit smaller and has less width. On the other hand, 225 gives better grip due to its broader width with better surface coverage.
How to find the right tire size for your car?
Use our tire size tools to calculate specs, actual speed, gear ratios and much more to find the right tire for you. Browse tires by size, vehicle, brand or category and compare prices online all in one place.
Where can I buy new tires for my car?
If you’ve suffered a flat tire or tire damage, you can easily purchase tires near you online and get them installed same-day! You can shop tires by vehicle, tires by size, or tires by brand and pick up your tires in a store.
How much should I spend on new tires?
You should plan on spending at minimum a few hundred dollars to buy a set of tires and have them installed on your vehicle. If you’re getting ready to buy new tires, follow our step-by-step guide to find out how to choose tires that will work on your car, match your driving style, and not break the bank.
When do you need a new set of tires?
Taking care of your tires and maintaining good driving habits can help extend the life of your tires, but eventually you’ll need a new set. That’s why we’ve put together this comprehensive tire buying guide with all the information you’ll need to help make an informed choice. The first order of business: Know when your tires need to be replaced.