Protech Service Center
2235 State Road, Plymouth, MA 02360 508.888.0608
Question:
I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?
Protech Service Center Answer:
Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function, Fit, and Value.
Function: This gets at what your needs are for new tires: MA weather conditions, Plymouth terrain, Plymouth temperatures, etc.
Most new family vehicles in MA come with all-season tires. They can be used all year long and do pretty well in most MA road conditions – but they aren't ideal at the extremes.
Winter tires have a more aggressive tread for handling snow and ice on roads, and they have a rubber compound that helps them have better traction as Plymouth temperatures drop below 45 degrees Fahrenheit/7.2 degrees Centigrade. In winter weather, you'll definitely experience better stopping and road-holding characteristics for Plymouth vehicles than all-season tires. Dedicated summer tires enhance warm MA weather performance driving for Plymouth .
If you drive off-road around Plymouth, there is a wide spectrum of tires from all-terrain (a good mix of highway and off-road capability) to dedicated off-road tires.
The key is to discuss function with a Protech Service Center tire professional to get the type of tire, load rating, speed rating and wear rating you need.
Fit: The easiest thing is to purchase tires in the same size that were installed by the manufacturer. If you want a different size wheel or tire profile, be sure to work with your Protech Service Center service advisor so you can make sure that your new wheels and tires fit properly and don't rub in bumps or turns. It's also important to make sure that important safety systems like anti-lock brakes, stability control and traction control aren't adversely affected by the new tire size (the computer may need to be recalibrated to make necessary adjustments).
Value: Note, I didn't say price. The tire that meets all your needs AND has the warranty and tread life you expect will not be the least expensive option – but it may well return the best value for your tire dollar.
Protech Service Center tire professionals help Plymouth drivers with this automotive decision.
Give us a call.
Protech Service Center
2235 State Road
Plymouth, MA 02360
508.888.0608