Towing Tires

…tires? What is Load Range E? If you're not familiar with these tire terms, don't worry, we can help. Most 3/4- and 1-ton trucks are going to require a Load Range E, also known as a 10 ply tire, for proper load carrying capacity. Many drivers of half-ton trucks also prefer them while towing…

…tire that provides off-road competence in dirt, gravel and mud with on-road composure in dry, wet and wintry conditions. Wrangler DuraTrac tires feature a rugged chip-resistant tread compound that also guards against chunking and tearing, especially under heavy loads associated with towing. Its…

…I tow moderate loads twice a month, shouldn't I get a LT Load Range E tire? Both standard Original Equipment tires - the P275/65-18 BFGoodrich Rugged Trail T/A and P275/65-18 Goodyear Wrangler SR-A - are Standard Load P-Metric tires. With each of these tires carrying 2,365 lbs. per tire, a…

…Their stiffer sidewalls help control sway for enhanced towing stability and they offer more bruise resistance than typical passenger tires. These heavy-duty, special purpose trailer tires are not meant for use on cars or trucks. Tires in this performance category are not UTQG rated. Goodyear's…

…tire will cover your needs. When you plow in severe conditions or need to tow in adverse weather, higher grip levels are required. If you regularly find yourself driving in conditions with packed snow or ice, there's a huge advantage to owning a set of winter / snow tires. There are many snow tires…

…sites which destroyed other tires. Frequently towing heavy loads. Frequently overloaded. Driving on mountain roads. These are more expensive than other 10 plys out there in the same size range but I will stick with the Wrangler SA. They are worth it." -- Tire Rack Consumer Review, 2004…

…tires marked down to $140*! These closeout Scorpion ATR tires are more than just a great deal, they're also a very capable tire. They feature a versatile milder all-terrain tread design capable of light off-road use and large tread blocks that can provide proper braking when carrying or towing…

…In addition to standard-duty Wrangler SilentArmor tires, Goodyear also offers a heavy-duty Wrangler SilentArmor Pro-Grade version for three-quarter and one-ton light trucks that regularly haul or tow heavy loads. All Wrangler SilentArmor tires are designed to handle tough off-road conditions,…

…the tire is a "Light Truck-metric" size that was designed to be used on vehicles that are capable of carrying heavy cargo or towing large trailers. This includes medium and heavy-duty (typically 3/4- and 1-ton load capacity) pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles and full-size vans. Tires branded…

…Friend Tire Tech: Trailer Tires vs. Passenger Vehicle Tires There are differences in the driving requirements between the tires on your trailer and those on the car or light truck you use to tow it. Therefore, there are distinct differences between the way trailer tires and tow vehicle tires are…

…originally allocated to the four tires if a rear tire loses pressure or goes flat. Recreational vehicle motorhomes (RVs) continue to travel American highways, and pickup trucks have evolved from hard-working commercial vehicles to become daily drivers that occasionally tow fifth-wheel trailers in…

…grip level. These tires are only appropriate if you either tow your car to events or do a tire change at the venue. Hoosier A7 BFGoodrich g-Force R1 S Hankook Ventus Z214 Kumho Ecsta V710 Hoosier R7 BFGoodrich g-Force R1 Toyo Proxes RR Toyo Proxes RA1 Toyo Proxes R888 Which tire is best for you? It…