Driving With Confidence: The Ultimate Tire Selection Guide

Choosing the best tire for your vehicle and your driving habits can be difficult, but TIRECRAFT can help with our ultimate tire selection guide.

The Importance Of Tire Selection

Have you ever worn shoes that are slightly too large or slightly too small for your feet? They might look great, but once you walk around in them for a while, they start to hurt.

Driving on the wrong tires is similar, but worse. The whole time you might be thinking, “Is there something wrong with my tires?” If you want peace of mind, come visit a TIRECRAFT location near you. Our tire experts will conduct a thorough evaluation of your vehicle, attentively listen to your specific concerns, and assess the suitability of your current tires for your vehicle and driving preferences. If any issues are identified, rest assured that we offer a premium selection of tires for sale and can provide recommendations for superior tire options tailored to your needs. This is important because driving on the wrong tires can have bad ramifications.

What Bad Tires Can Do to You

The consequences of the wrong tires can be much worse. There are potential problems that might arise from driving on the wrong tires, not the least of which is endangering you and others on the road. Here are some signs that the tires you’re driving on aren’t right for you:

You Can’t Stop When You Want To

Your vehicle’s tires are crucial for its two essential functions: moving and stopping. These tires need to remain sturdy while you drive and have the ability to bring your vehicle to a halt when needed.

If you’re finding your vehicle is halfway across the line when you brake at stop signs or traffic lights, you have a serious problem. This could be a braking issue or a tire issue. If it’s your tires, they could be worn down, but if they’re new, then they’re ill-suited to the weather or to carrying the weight of your vehicle.

Your Turns Are Wider Than You Want Them to Be

Tire performance significantly affects your ability to handle corners. While it’s essential not to take turns at high speeds or lose control, if you notice your vehicle handling poorly even at reasonable speeds, don’t hesitate to visit TIRECRAFT. Our experts can provide recommendations for tires that may improve your vehicle.

Your Tires Keep Failing

Tires go flat now and then. If you keep suffering flats, something might be up. Unless you’re consistently driving through construction zones or other areas where road debris is prevalent, your repeated flats might be because your tires just aren’t any good for your vehicle or where you live. Tire manufacturers design tires to carry different weights, so if you’ve augmented or modified your vehicle, it’s possible the weight ratio is off. You may also be over-inflating your tires.

Your Wheels Fall Out Of Alignment

Misaligned wheels can cause steering problems. It’s preferable to have all your wheels pointed in the same direction. If your tires don’t fit your vehicle properly, they can knock your vehicle out of alignment. This is especially true if your four tires aren’t all the same.

At TIRECRAFT, we perform wheel alignments. We’ll align your wheels properly and inspect your tires to see if they contributed to the problem. We also perform tire rotations and tire balances to extend the longevity of your tires and avoid future misalignments.

Suspension Issues

Ill-fitting or mis-calibrated tires can also cause or exacerbate suspension issues. If your drives are excessively bumpy, bring your vehicle to TIRECRAFT and we’ll inspect your tires and suspension system. Ignoring possible suspension problems can make the problem worse and compromise your whole vehicle’s performance.

How To Get Tire Selection Right

Picking the right tires can have many benefits. You can save money by getting tires that last longer. You’ll increase your safety, and have more fun knowing you have the right tires for your vehicle and driving habits.

Your vehicle’s owner’s manual might recommend a make of tire, but ultimately, the best way to get the best tires is by talking to an expert. At TIRECRAFT, our technicians have unmatched tire knowledge. They can recommend the best tires for you personally.

Contact Tirecraft To Learn More About Our Tire Selection.

Whether you want the best winter tires, the best SUV tires, a tire service, or anything tire related, please contact your local TIRECRAFT location today.

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