Model year 2012 saw BMW introduce the F30 3 Series. The major change was this was the first time the entire lineup used turbo charged engines. While the array of configurations is expansive, including four door, station wagon, hatchbacks, as well as numerous trim level options (this blog focuses on…
The second car I ever owned was a 1978 burgundy Honda Accord 5-speed. Ever since owning this vehicle, I've been an Accord fan. Honda has done an awesome job in constantly improving the Accord, and the eighth-generation (2008-2012) model is a car that can do just about anything! If you already…
Introduced for model year 2006, the Ford Fusion is a mid-size four-door sedan that goes against the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord in the marketplace. With over two million sold since its introduction, replacement tire searches are common. The typical search focuses on wet and snow traction, as well…
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Email Page to a Friend Winter / Snow Tire Tech: Size Selection of Winter / Snow Tires Priorities for Sizing Winter Tires Are Different Original Equipment tire and wheel sizing has evolved over the years to where yesterday's typical 13", 14" and…
Looking for that performance style all-season run-flat, but running out of options? The latest tire being inserted into this category is the Bridgestone Potenza RE960AS Pole Position RFT. Bridgestone implemented the design of one of the most popular Ultra High Performance All-Season tires in recent…
Here is a question that comes up from time-to-time when a Tire Rack customer buys a vehicle with the performance or sport package and doesn't realize the effect the sport suspension and lower profile tires will have. "I have a 2005 Cadillac CTS. The ride is very rough and I think it might have…
Many of the run-flat tires on cars today are summer-only tires that are not designed for cold climate use (an area that sees consistent temperatures below 40 degrees). The solution to the summer run-flat tire is simply...a winter run-flat tire. * Bridgestone Blizzak LM-50 RFT (exclusively designed…
Many new SUVs and CUVs are coming equipped with hard-to-find tire sizes. Therefore, when the time comes for replacements, there are often few options to choose from. In almost every case, we work hard to stock these unique Original Equipment sizes (like the 19" and 20" options for the GMC…
Recently, I helped a customer find replacement tires for his 2011 MINI Cooper Countryman S. He had been running the Original Equipment run-flat in size 205/55R17. During our call, the MINI owner provided two main criteria. First, he wanted a non-run-flat tire that had all-season capability. Second,…
The Bridgestone Blizzak WS60 (shown below left) is being discontinued in select sizes to make room for the new Bridgestone Blizzak WS70 (shown below right). If you have a set of Bridgestone Blizzak WS60 and maybe had a road hazard last winter or need to get the set matched up, now is the time to do…
BMW has rolled out its latest F30 3 Series platform and there are many changes from the previous E90 3 Series. The winter / snow tires and wheels from your BMW E90 can't be directly transferred to your new F30. Major items that make the swap incompatible are the much larger diameter tires and…
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Email Page to a Friend Tire Tech: Diameter Comparison of Light Truck Tire Sizes Tire diameters provided are typical for the tire size. However, different tread designs and molded tread depths can result in slightly different overall tire…
Many of our customers know about the potential advantages of going to a smaller wheel size when selecting a Winter / Snow Tire & Wheel Package. When minus sizing, not only would deep snow traction be enhanced, but the cost of a winter package is usually lower than a package maintaining your…
The new 2012 / 2013 BMW 3 Series sedans (known in some enthusiast circles by the chassis number "F30") will be going through their first winter season this year. Like previous BMW 3 Series cars, the 2012 sedans are available in rear-wheel and all-wheel drive models. The Original Equipment…
I just purchased a new car but the Orginal Equipment tires are scary in the snow! Tire Rack has a solution for you. A Winter / Snow Tire and Wheel Package. You may say "I don't want to pay the extra money to get the wheels." Look at the purchase as an investment. Let's walk through…
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