Getting Started Tire Buying Guide

Summary

This guide explains how to choose a tire with clear tradeoffs.

Focus on fitment, usage, weather profile, and total operating cost.

Core criteria

Fitment first

Confirm width, aspect ratio, wheel diameter, load index, and speed rating.

Use your OE spec as baseline when changing tire categories.

Usage profile

Define your split across highway, city, towing, and off-road miles.

Your dominant use case should control tread pattern choice.

Cost of ownership

Look beyond purchase price and compare tread life, fuel impact, and warranty.

Product specs block

size: LT265/70R17

load_index: 121

speed_rating: S

terrain: all-terrain

FAQ

How often should I rotate tires?

Most daily-use vehicles rotate every 5,000 to 7,500 miles.

Can I mix tire models on one axle?

Use identical model and size on the same axle for predictable handling.