Tracking Down the Perfect Tires

TRACKING DOWN THE PERFECT TIRES BEFORE YOU SHOP READ YOUR SIDE WALL FOR TIRE SIZE EXAMPLE: 225 = Type of tire (passenger) 60 = Aspect ratio R = Construction type (radial) Tire width o 225/60R16 75T 16 = 75 = Speed rating Rim Load index diameter DECIDE WHAT MATTERS MOST TO YOU 2$ Performance Appearance Mileage Rating Cost CHOOSE THE RIGHT STORE JUST NEED TIRES? • Go to a tire store NEED TIRES PLUS ALIGNMENT AND MORE? • Go to a full-service shop • Support a local business within your community SHOP SMALL BUSINESS PRICING TIRES BEWARE OF ONLINE SHOPPING TRICKS Listed prices are usually for tires only • Prices don't include installation costs GET THE COMPLETE PACKAGE PRICING • Find out cost of tires plus installation and balancing • Ask about additional costs for old tire disposal ASK ABOUT SAVINGS OPPORTUNITIES Learn about WARRANTY manufacturer's warranties • Find out if there are deals on future tire maintenance REMEMBER - YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR! • Invest in safety and reliability WORLD INFOGRAPHIC PROVIDED BY: TIRE AUTO REPAI CENTERS TIRE WORLD AUTO REPAIR CENTERS WWW.TIREWORLDCOLORADOSPRINGS.COM Sources: http://auto.howstuffworks.com/buying -selling/cg-tire-buying-tips.htm#page=2 http://www.popularmechanics.com/cars/how-to/repair/what-you-need-to-know- when-buying-new-tires-9451125 http://www.dmv.org/how-to-guides/tire-shopping.php http://www.goodyear.com/en-US/tire-guide/find-tire-size