Finding the Right Tires for Your Budget

Price is always a consideration, whether you’re buying a house or a dozen eggs. This is also true when shopping for new tires. While saving money is nice, the tires on your car or truck are what connect you to the road. That’s why finding the right tires that match your budget with your driving needs is essential. Let’s look at the overall cost of a set of tires, how to compare safety, quality, reliability, and price, and what America’s Best Tire Warranty can do for your budget.

Understanding Tire Costs Beyond the Sticker Price

It’s easy to get caught up in the price of an item. When something is dramatically cheaper, it can be difficult to look past that price and make a smart decision based on performance and reliability in addition to cost. When it comes to tires, saving money now can help with affordability. But will those tires last as long as their slightly less affordable cousins? And what about a warranty that covers replacement and repairs?

Most of the time, the answer is no. If you need to buy tires sooner because a set of discount tires wasn’t built to last, your savings will simply vanish. Additionally, you could end up spending more. You might even encounter safety limitations along the way, including reduced stopping power, limited handling, and other challenges. Additionally, if you ever get a flat or the tire fails, you might be stuck paying the bill if those tires did not come with a solid warranty.

The tires you put on your vehicle should be the best value long term. That means mingling price with warranty, longevity, comfort, handling, safety, specialized tread for rain and/or snow, as well as EV (electric vehicle) options.

At Les Schwab, our professionals will help you find the right tires for your budget as well as where and what car you drive. Plus, you get America’s Best Tire Warranty with the tires you buy. That warranty is designed to help you get the most life possible out of those tires, including free tire replacement for the life of the tire for punctures or cuts that are too large to repair, a 60-day satisfaction guarantee, as well as free flat repairs, free tire rotations, free rebalancing, and free air checks. That’s a lot of freebies at no extra cost.

Balancing Price and Performance: What Really Matters

It is possible to find the right tires for your vehicle as well as your overall budget. The process starts by looking at your driving needs and what you expect from the tires you buy.

Consider Your Driving Needs

Understanding where and how much you drive can help you find the right tires.

The more you drive, the more you rely on your tires. Whether they are on sale or not, always choose tires that are built for the performance, longevity, comfort, and weather that best match your driving needs. Never sacrifice on the safety features that are most important to you.

What To Expect From Budget Tires

There’s a reason some tires are less expensive than others. The trade-offs between price and performance can include a reduction in overall safety (including stopping power, handling in the rain and other weather conditions, ride comfort, noise, etc.), as well as the overall warranty and lifespan of those tires.

Premium tires, which may cost more, can often last longer, include special tread patterns for specific weather conditions, as well as safety enhancements to improve braking, handling, comfort, and more.

Features Worth Paying For

When it comes to tires, certain features can be worth the extra cost. These include reliability, the treadwear rating (how many miles the tires are designed to last), whether or not they are designed for rain, snow, and other weather conditions, as well as safety performance (stopping power, handling, etc.). Other considerations include comfort and how quiet the tires are while driving.

Are Cheap Tires Really Cheaper?

The word cheap doesn’t always mean best. If those tires, found somewhere else, don’t come with an extensive warranty like America’s Best Tire Warranty from Les Schwab, you’re automatically at a disadvantage. You might be saving a few bucks on the initial purchase, but you could spend more down the road if/when you get a flat. Plus, those tires might not last as long as a more premium tire without free rotations and other warranty perks.

Smart Tire Choices at Every Price Point

The tires we carry at Les Schwab are designed for the roads you drive, the weather you face, and your everyday commute. Our professionals can show you numerous options, including budget-friendly tires that still deliver the handling you need and come with America’s Best Tire Warranty.

Compare Trusted Tire Brands by Value

Tire prices can vary greatly based on the size of the tires (the more rubber it takes to make a tire, the more it is going to cost), the overall life expectancy of the tires (mileage warranty), as well as the technology in those tires. Some brands pack a lot of punch into every tire they make, which can add to the overall price.

As with any purchase with varying levels of price and performance, there are trade-offs to consider. These can include comfort, control and traction, tire life, durability, fuel economy and the cost of a set of tires. The biggest difference often comes down to the warranty. When you buy your tires at Les Schwab, you get America's Best Tire Warranty, no matter how much those tires cost. It’s a big bonus you don’t pay extra for.

Flexible Payment and Credit Options

When it comes to the tires you buy, price should fall well below performance, safety, comfort, and longevity. But we know the price does matter. That’s why we offer Les Schwab credit and flexible financing.

We can help you afford the tires you need with:

Get Expert Help Choosing the Right Tires at Les Schwab

The right tires to fit your budget and driving needs are available now at Les Schwab. Stop by today, and our professionals will help you find the right fit for local weather conditions, your daily commute, weekend adventures, as well as what car you drive. Plus, you’ll get America’s Best Tire Warranty with the tires you buy.