Booth Discount Tire
1557 Simpson Hwy 149, Mendenhall, MS 39114 601.847.0041
Question:
I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?
Booth Discount Tire 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: MS weather conditions, Mendenhall terrain, Mendenhall temperatures, etc.
Most new family vehicles in MS come with all-season tires. They can be used all year long and do pretty well in most MS 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 Mendenhall temperatures drop below 45 degrees Fahrenheit/7.2 degrees Centigrade. In winter weather, you'll definitely experience better stopping and road-holding characteristics for Mendenhall vehicles than all-season tires. Dedicated summer tires enhance warm MS weather performance driving for Mendenhall .
If you drive off-road around Mendenhall, 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 Booth Discount Tire 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 Booth Discount Tire 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.
Booth Discount Tire tire professionals help Mendenhall drivers with this automotive decision.
Give us a call.
Booth Discount Tire
1557 Simpson Hwy 149
Mendenhall, MS 39114
601.847.0041