Cheap Low Profile Tires

A lot of tires nowadays are low-profile tires. Sports cars, minivans, sedans, and trucks are all getting fitted with them. The reasons why are understandable: These tires look good and perform well—they were initially made for race cars, so these things are to be expected. On top of that, many of them are cheaper than other forms of tires. Given the rising prices of most tires these days, the latter selling point is quite a clincher.

Buying cheap low profile tires obviously sounds great. But there are some things that you should keep in mind. First and foremost, only buy low-profiles if you’re going to buy a whole set. Mixing one or two low-profile tires with one or two regular tires will result in an uneven carriage that could seriously damage your car. Don’t do it. Fortunately, the competitive sticker prices of cheap low profile tires will make buying a set of four somewhat easier on your budget.

Also check you car’s stats first to make sure that it will be compatible with low-profile tires. Your car’s tire size, recommended tire pressure, maximum weight capacity, and handling characteristics are all key factors and might rule out your car as a candidate for low-profile tires in the first place. Many cars’ rims, for example, don’t fit low-profile tires. So you’ll either need to get a rim change or just opt for a different type of tire.

Keep in mind, too, that low-profile tires have lower carrying capacities. It makes sense if you drive a racing car, since these cars are meant to be light and nimble. It doesn’t make much sense, though, if your vehicle is a truck or an SUV. Riding on tires and placing more weight on them than they were designed to carry is a recipe for flat tires and tire blowouts. For the same reason, don’t select a low-profile tire that’s too thin.

Overall, don’t buy too cheap. Cheap low profile tires could still cost you more overall if you need to replace them sooner than other tires. Low-profile tires at any price are more vulnerable to sidewall damage and don’t handle potholes as well. Depending on the low-profile tires’ quality, the chances of you getting a flat or wearing out the treads might be higher. Thus what you don’t spend on purchasing them, you could end up spending on replacing them or getting your car repaired.

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Posted September 12th, 2010 in Shopping.

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