{"id":1153,"date":"2019-06-20T20:21:14","date_gmt":"2019-06-21T03:21:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=1153"},"modified":"2024-02-03T08:53:25","modified_gmt":"2024-02-03T16:53:25","slug":"choosing-the-right-set-for-your-vehicle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/choosing-the-right-set-for-your-vehicle\/","title":{"rendered":"Important Pointers For Choosing a Set of Tires For Your Vehicle"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column_756276-28 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_756276-28 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_756276-28 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_756276-28 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_756276-28 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_756276-28 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_756276-28 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_756276-28{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_756276-28 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_756276-28 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_756276-28 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-6cb6c1  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-1f755f\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_0824a6-c1, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_0824a6-c1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_0824a6-c1\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_0824a6-c1 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_0824a6-c1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_0824a6-c1\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_0824a6-c1 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_0824a6-c1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_0824a6-c1\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_0824a6-c1 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_0824a6-c1\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It&rsquo;s important to use tires that fit your intended activities. For example, it&rsquo;s important to use all-terrain tires to give your vehicle extra traction when going off-road.<\/li><li>All-terrain tires typically last between 40,000 and 70,000 miles before needing to be replaced.<\/li><li>The tread pattern of an all-terrain tire matters as these allow them to drive over wet and slippery surfaces without losing traction.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The all-terrain tire is designed to give vehicles traction on and off the road. It puts together the characteristics of an aggressive mud tire and refined road tire. Pick-up trucks and SUVs like Jeeps are often equipped with all-terrain tires as standard to suit their rugged purposes. If you regularly use your pick-up or SUV on a variety of terrain, perhaps buying a set of all-terrain tires is something you should look into.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read on for some important points in choosing the best all-terrain tires for your pick-up truck or SUV.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">It&rsquo;s Your Vehicle and Your Budget<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, you need to find out what size and speed rating your vehicle calls for and you need to decide what&rsquo;s safe and what you can afford. The higher the treadwear wear rating, the more money you&rsquo;ll have to spend on the tires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/treadwear-300-1024x214.jpg\" alt=\"tire with a 300 treadwear rating\" class=\"wp-image-100945\" width=\"1024\" height=\"214\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/treadwear-300-1024x214.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/treadwear-300-300x63.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/treadwear-300-768x160.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/treadwear-300-150x31.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/treadwear-300.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>A 300 treadwear rating means that when tested, the tire lasted twice as long as the control tire under controlled conditions on a specified government test track. | Image Source: Richard McCuistian<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The treadwear rating is a comparative measure of how fast a tire wears down, and it can affect the tire&rsquo;s performance, safety, and cost.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>You need to find out what size and speed rating your vehicle calls for and you need to decide what&rsquo;s safe and what you can afford.<\/p><cite>&ndash;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/author\/richardmccuistian\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Richard McCuistian, ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician\">Richard McCuistian, ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician<\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reputable tire shops will shy away from putting tires with a lower speed rating than the vehicle calls for. A Saleen Mustang, for example, is basically a 140 mph vehicle and the speed rating of the tires needs to handle that.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column_81d966-95 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_81d966-95 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_81d966-95 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_81d966-95 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_81d966-95 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_81d966-95 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_81d966-95 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_81d966-95{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_81d966-95 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and 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.kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.00;}#kt-layout-id_a3bb6d-d9 .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep{height:100px;}#kt-layout-id_a3bb6d-d9 .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{width:100%;}#kt-layout-id_a3bb6d-d9 .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{fill:#ffffff!important;}#kt-layout-id_a3bb6d-d9 .kt-row-layout-top-sep{height:100px;}#kt-layout-id_a3bb6d-d9 .kt-row-layout-top-sep svg{width:100%;}#kt-layout-id_a3bb6d-d9 .kt-row-layout-top-sep svg{fill:#ffffff!important;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){#kt-layout-id_a3bb6d-d9 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr) minmax(0, 2fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){#kt-layout-id_a3bb6d-d9 .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep{height:px;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){#kt-layout-id_a3bb6d-d9 .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{width:%;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){#kt-layout-id_a3bb6d-d9 > .kt-row-column-wrap{padding-top:28px;padding-bottom:25px;padding-left:16px;padding-right:16px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr) minmax(0, 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.kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_9e9022-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;}.kadence-column_9e9022-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col > *, .kadence-column_9e9022-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-image, .kadence-column_9e9022-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-kadence-image{margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.kadence-column_9e9022-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image-is-ratio-size{flex-grow:1;}.kadence-column_9e9022-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_9e9022-a1{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_9e9022-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;}}@media all and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_9e9022-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col > *, .kadence-column_9e9022-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-image, .kadence-column_9e9022-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-kadence-image{margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.kadence-column_9e9022-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image-is-ratio-size{flex-grow:1;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_9e9022-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;justify-content:flex-start;}.kadence-column_9e9022-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col > *, .kadence-column_9e9022-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-image, .kadence-column_9e9022-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-kadence-image{margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.kadence-column_9e9022-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image-is-ratio-size{flex-grow:1;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_9e9022-a1 kb-section-dir-horizontal kb-section-md-dir-horizontal pro-tip-item1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-image_dfc962-16.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image_dfc962-16 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:45px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image_dfc962-16.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image_dfc962-16 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image_dfc962-16 figure{max-width:45px;}.kb-image_dfc962-16 .image-is-svg, .kb-image_dfc962-16 .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image_dfc962-16 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image_dfc962-16\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/f_auto,dpr_auto,q_auto,c_pad\/carparts\/blog\/widgets\/protip\/services-icon\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\"><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column_a03eb4-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_a03eb4-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_a03eb4-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_a03eb4-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_a03eb4-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_a03eb4-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_a03eb4-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_a03eb4-59{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_a03eb4-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_a03eb4-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-2 kadence-column_a03eb4-59 pro-tip-item2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"protip-desc\">\n\t<div class=\"help-tip\">\n\t\t<p><strong>Pro Tips<\/strong> are nuggets of information direct from ASE-certified automobile technicians working with CarParts.com, which may include unique, personal insights based on their years of experience working in the automotive industry. These can help you make more informed decisions about your car.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n    <div class=\"help-caption\">\n        <p>\n            <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>\n             You can usually go one size bigger without causing any issues except that the speedometer may read a lower speed if you go more than a size or two larger.\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Purpose<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think about how you intend to use your vehicle. List down the activities that your truck or SUV will be purposed for, like leisure weekend trips or daily work around a farm. If you plan on doing serious off-roading, consider purchasing mud tires with aggressive tread pattern and tread blocks.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/traction-a-1024x242.jpg\" alt=\"tire with a traction A rating\" class=\"wp-image-100946\" width=\"1024\" height=\"242\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/traction-a-1024x242.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/traction-a-300x71.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/traction-a-768x181.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/traction-a-150x35.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/traction-a.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>The traction rating is an indicator how well the tire tread grips on a wet paved road. Traction can be A, B, or C with A the highest rating and C the lowest rating. | Image Source: Richard McCuistian<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Driving comfort and enjoyment<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Driving on all-terrain tires may be a completely new experience if you are used to driving with regular road tires. On paved roads, all-terrain tires give off a subtle humming sound as you speed up because of its wider tread.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consider an all-terrain tire that won&rsquo;t ride as harshly as a mud tire. The latter is notorious for causing vibrations on the steering wheel and cabin when driven on paved roads. This can make the ride uncomfortable and tiring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Tread life<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The all-terrain tire uses a softer compound to help it keep traction on all surfaces. However, this property also gives all-terrain tires a shorter tread life as compared to a road tire. All-terrain tires normally last an average of 40,000 to 70,000 miles.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can check the Uniform Tire Quality Grade (UTQG) treadwear rating marked on the sidewall of the tire. It is labeled in a scale of 100 to 900 (see photo and paragraph above). The higher the rating, the longer the tire will last. However, this is not a universal scale. The UTQG rating is normally used in reference to tire models made by the same tire manufacturer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Temperature Rating<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/temperature-a-1024x190.jpg\" alt=\"tire with a temperature a rating\" class=\"wp-image-100947\" width=\"1024\" height=\"190\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/temperature-a-1024x190.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/temperature-a-300x56.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/temperature-a-768x142.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/temperature-a-150x28.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/temperature-a.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>The temperature rating is an indicator how the tire can handle heat build-up during extended driving periods in the summer. The higher the rating (A,B,C, etc.), the better the tire can resist heat and prevent tire failure. | Image Source: Richard McCuistian<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Tread pattern<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The tread pattern is the groove on the rubber surface of the tire&rsquo;s circumference.This allows water, mud, and loose particles to pass through the tire without sacrificing traction. A closer look on the grooves should also reveal sipes. These further improves the tire&rsquo;s grip on smooth surfaces and ice.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tire manufacturers design their own tread patterns for a balanced performance on and off the road. An all-terrain tire tread usually features an interlocking design with bigger spaces in between them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b> Sidewall protection<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Going off-road means your tires are more likely to be exposed to abrasive and sharp surfaces. You&rsquo;ll want extra protection for your tire&rsquo;s sidewalls so rocks, exposed tree roots, and other debris won&rsquo;t slice or puncture it. Tire manufacturers invest in improving tire sidewall strength so that vehicles have better chances of finishing an off-road adventure without any issues.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Goodyear uses DuPont Kevlar in its all-terrain and mud tires to improve the sidewall puncture resistance. Likewise, BF Goodrich uses its TriGard technology on its off-road tires. This feature consists of aggressive sidewall lugs and durable sidewall compounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Tire size<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All-terrain tires come in different sizes. It is best to choose a size similar to the vehicle&rsquo;s factory specifications. High-profile tires, or tires with a taller sidewall, are usually comfortable over road bumps. These are ideal for vehicles driven on and off the road.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are online tire size calculators at your disposal should you decide to switch to bigger aftermarket wheels. <a href=\"https:\/\/tiresize.com\/calculator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label='&lt;span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"&gt;TireSize.com&lt;\/span&gt;'><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TireSize.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> recommends a suitable tire size to accommodate any change in diameter, width, and offset. This way, your vehicle maintains the same circumference and revolution as stock.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are keen to upgrade the size of your vehicle&rsquo;s tires, you must check your local vehicle restrictions first. Wide tires sticking out of the vehicle&rsquo;s fenders are prohibited all across the states, except in Kentucky. Be mindful of states like New Jersey that prohibit lifting vehicles beyond 4 inches from its stock height, regardless of tire size. Furthermore, you must do you research well so that bigger tires will not compromise your vehicle&rsquo;s safety and performance.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>The all-terrain tire is designed to give vehicles traction on and off the road. 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