Most people ask the question, “What are the best tires to get for my truck?”... You’re probably not the only one. This is a more common question than you think and although it’s not too difficult to figure out, there still are some very important things to consider.
If you are looking for the right tire for your Ford, there are several different tires built for different needs. There are different tires scientifically tested for different weather conditions, land terrains, and hauling requirements. I will break it all down for you to better understand what tires you will need based on the lifestyle you most use your truck for as well as you should consider your budget. You do really get what you pay for when it comes to choosing the quality of your tire.
Be sure to follow this truck tire buying guide below when you are looking for tires for your truck.
Should you get used tires or lower-grade tires for your truck?
- If you are choosing a lower graded tire… you might regret it. I made that mistake by buying lower graded tires that were not good for winter and I felt like my tires were plastic with the way my vehicle was sliding all over the road.
- Do you want to buy lower-grade tires?... or are you thinking you would want to buy used tires?... A higher grade used tire versus purchasing a lower grade new tire is not a good trade-off. Used truck tires could have wear and tear from the previous owner and the way the previous owner’s truck was aligned could cause certain tires to drag or wear harder on the inside or the outside of the tire. This dragging and uneven wear could strain your truck's alignment out of place if you transfer these tires onto your truck.
What truck tires are better for off-roading?
There are some great tires for off-roading to choose from. When you want to choose a good off-roading tire, you will want to ensure the tire you choose is the thicker tread and deeper tread with a softer more gripping rubber. Ensure this tire has good reviews and can handle tough terrains such as fields, gravel, or dirt roads, and can grip well with soft dirt and mud. Here is a link that reviews the best off-roading tires for your truck.
What truck tires are better for highway driving?
- For highway driving, you will want to ensure your tire has a harder tread than a softer tread type. If you have a softer tread type, that is more meant for off-roading, you will burn through this tread on the highway.
- If you use your truck for highway AND off-roading, there are hybrid tires that work very well for both needs. If you are hauling trailers a lot, these tires will be able to grip the road well…
- Safety on the highway is an important factor and Alberta roads need good gripping tires for rain, slush, and snow. We all know how quickly the weather can change in Alberta and having tires that can respond well to these quick weather changes ensures your safety. Be sure to pick a tire that is well known for its ability to respond to these conditions and has good reviews. These tire manufacturers have science-backed tires that can handle certain weather conditions… check out this link for the best performing tires for all-terrain tires in harsher weather conditions.
When it comes to buying the right tires for your truck, you get what you pay for. If you pay for cheaper tires, ensure you can get a tire that comes along with good insurance. I had purchased some cheaper tires for myself and ended up having issues with them holding up… literally… haha, I had multiple flat tires and luckily my insurance for my tires covered the cost and they were each all replaced for free within the first year. Unfortunately, the insurance does not cover the time and work it takes for each time you need to change a flat tire.
Hopefully, this guide to buying the right tires for your truck was helpful... If you have any questions, you can always ask the experts that are helping you with the purchase of your tires to let you know which tires are popular that match your needs.
Happy truck tire shopping
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