Picking your car tyres is not something to take lightly. Not only do these vital pieces of rubber help transport you from A to B but they help to keep you, your passengers, and other road users safe as well.
Yes, you do need to pick tyres that are compatible with your vehicle, and not all are, but no matter what it is that you drive you will undoubtedly have a huge selection of tyres to pick from and it can be difficult to know where to start.
Here at Mobile Tyres Edinburgh we have one of the largest selections of tyres anywhere in Scotland with all major brands stocked, installed, and repaired on a daily basis.
In this article we will take you through the key steps to follow when picking a new set of tyres that will ensure you make the correct decision.
What to consider when picking new tyres
There are many factors that come into play when you are selecting new tyres for your car. As mentioned above, the first of these is finding a tyre that is compatible with your vehicle.
If you are unsure about the correct size of tyre you need, check the owners manual for this vital information.
On the sidewall of your tyre will be a selection of numbers and letters referring to key aspects of the tyre. These are, from left to right: Tyre width, aspect ratio, diameter, load index, and speed rating.
The quickest way to pick tyres that are fully compatible with your vehicle is to opt for OE tyres, (original equipment) which were designed specifically for your vehicle.
However, this is not always the best option for every situation. You might want tyres that perform better in certain seasons or weather conditions, for example.
Other key factors to consider when selecting a brand of tyre include:
- Fuel Efficiency – Did you know that tyres account for as much as 20% of the total fuel efficiency of your vehicle?
Pick the wrong ones and you will end up spending far more on fuel than necessary. Look for tyres with low rolling resistance for the best fuel efficiency. - Noise Rating – If you do a lot of driving the last thing you want is to have to constantly deal with noisy tyres.
- Usage – Where are you going to be using your tyres? If you live in the countryside and drive a 4×4 you probably want tyres that perform well off road in muddy and low grip conditions but if you have a car that you want to take to a track day, you need tyres that maximise performance, acceleration and lateral load resistance. You should pick your tyres based on your driving habits as much as the vehicle that you drive.
If you need any assistance in finding the perfect new tyres for your car, the expert team here at Mobile Tyres are primed and ready to assist you. Get in touch now to learn more.