If you believe that one tire is just like another, it's time
to shift your thinking. At Waite
Toyota, we take great pride in making sure that our loyal customers always
have the right tires for their particular car and driving habits. If you don't
pay close attention when you make a tire purchase, you might not be getting the
most out of your Toyota vehicle. In addition, the wrong tire can actually
increase the odds that you will need car maintenance and reduce car safety. The
service department at Waite Toyota thought the start of 2018 would be a perfect
time to go over what you should look for when buying tires.
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How and What Do You
Drive?
As we made clear before, tire replacement is not a
one-size-fits-all proposition. To make the right choice, one that will combine
comfort, ride, and safety in one tire, you must take into account how and what
you drive. If you drive a larger vehicle, such as a Toyota
truck or SUV, there are a wide variety of all-season tires perfect for city
and highway driving. The same SUV will need different tires if you plan to do
more off-roading. If you drive a higher performance vehicle, like the 2018
Toyota Avalon or Toyota 86, we suggest investing in a set of ultra-high performance
or high-performance tires. These low
profile tires provide responsive handling and crisp steering response in both
wet and dry conditions.
The Season
One of your biggest considerations when buying new tires is
the time of year. This is especially true if you are looking for tires during
the winter. Because our customers have to drive through snow, slush, and sleet,
the colder months can be tough in Jefferson County. It becomes critical that
you have the proper level of traction and control at all times. Thankfully,
winter — also known as snow tires — are designed to provide a higher level of
grip and braking power in winter conditions. These specialized tires help
because they are made from a rubber compound that has, the ability to remain
both soft and pliable in the cold. It is important to remove winter tires after
the season is over because the softer rubber wears quickly on dry pavement. Most
experts suggest swapping our snow tires around the end of October or the start
of November. There are also a number general and performance tires that are
great for summer driving so look into those as well.
Getting Help
In the end, a
combination of common sense and the help an authorized service department, like
the one at Waite Toyota, can take the guesswork out of buying the right tires
for your Toyota vehicle. As always, if you want personalized advice and support
when buying tires, Waite Toyota is here to help. You can also visit our website
and take advantage of our exclusive Tire Center. This helpful feature allows drivers
to shop for tires by vehicle type or tire size, so check it out today!
If you have any other questions about buying tires, contact us today or visit
our showroom 18406 US Route 11 in
Watertown, NY.
