Are your tires not performing as well as they used to? This may be a sign that they now need to be changed! However, as you probably already know, this should not be done in any way. In order to enjoy a comfortable and safe ride, it is important to choose your car tires properly. In this section, we tell you everything you need to know and do for this.
Choosing tires according to the vehicle
This is the first criterion to remember when choosing car tires! They must always be well adapted to the vehicle with which they are used. The first thing to do when choosing is to check the dimensions and make sure they are the same as the original ones. To do this, simply read the indications on the sidewalls of your old tires. The first thing you will find is the width of the tire (in millimeters), the height (as a percentage of the width), the rim diameter (in inches), the load capacity and the speed rating, which is the maximum speed the tire can support. Once you have all this information, all you have to do is go find the models that match it.
Choosing tires according to weather conditions
There are different types of tires depending on the climatic conditions in which they are to be used:
Summer tires
Summer tires: as the name clearly implies, these tires are intended for use in the summer (although they can be used all year round in all weather conditions). In fact, they are best optimized when it comes to driving at temperatures above 7°C. Generally, these are the tires that are fitted as standard on all new vehicles.
Winter tires
Winter tires are the ideal tires to face the most difficult winter driving conditions. They should be fitted to your vehicle as soon as the temperature drops below 7°C or when the road is snowy or icy. This will be the best way for you to ensure maximum safety and driving comfort.
All-season tires
These models are a compromise between winter and summer tires. They are therefore usable all year round and allow you to avoid changing tires every new season. However, if you choose one, it would be best to opt for those with the 3PMSF and M+S markings, which are a guarantee of safety in winter.
Choosing tires according to the conditions of use
The third criterion of choice relates to the conditions of use of your vehicle. If you use it intensively, you should choose more robust and durable models. The same is true if you drive a sports car, there are tires specially designed for this type of vehicle and it would be best to opt for. Finally, for regular city driving, you should choose tires with very short braking distance and high wear resistance.
These are all the things you need to know to choose your car tires and drive safely.
