Winter Wheels

…cold winter conditions. Our winter / snow tire performance categories help break down the tires based on their use. As for winter wheels, we recommend something with a durable painted finish to withstand harsh winter conditions. This will help keep your expensive Original Equipment Mercedes wheels…

…those winter / snow tires a step further by installing them on a set of winter wheels. Now, there's really no difference between winter and summer wheels—but do you really want your shiny summer wheels to get damaged by the ice and salt that covers winter roads? Build a Winter Tire & Wheel…

…get winter wheels and tires. However, should you order steel or alloy wheels with your Winter / Snow Tire & Wheel Package? The decision depends on the vehicle, price, the customer's needs and availability. Availability: Certain vehicles can only be installed with alloy wheels, as steel wheels…

…many winter wheel and tire packages for your Mercedes-Benz CLS, C, CL, ML, GL, E, or SL model. Some winter tires are more appropriate for the most severe conditions and some are better suited for performance vehicles that see mostly dry and cold winter conditions. As for winter wheels, we recommend…

…in a set of winter wheels, consider that after a few years of mounting and balancing, you will have already covered the cost of a new set of wheels! And, if you need help on choosing the proper type of wheel for your vehicle this winter, read "Alloy vs. Steel Wheels in Winter Tire & Wheel…

…3-4 winters. Winter Sport Edition Rims are priced at about $99 each ($396 per set). With these numbers you would see your wheels pay for themselves during the third year. It's a good time to buy Sport Edition Rims for your Tire & Wheel Package today! Check to see which new Sport Edition Wheel…

For winter tires on the BMW 335i, Tire Rack recommends minus sizing to 17" for winter use on this car using a 225/45R17 tire size on all four corners. There are handful of wheels we carry that will clear the brakes and work well. Two of the more popular choices have been the Sport Edition A7…

…drive their vehicle year round. These sports cars also have tires in a wider size that hurt winter driving performance. I always suggest an affordable wheel and tire package for winter, downsizing the wheel and tire whenever possible. By downsizing, you get a higher sidewall aspect ratio along with…

This is the season when most of us in the midwestern and northern states need to start thinking about winter tires and wheels for our cars. On my Mitsubishi Lancer Evo X, I use the Bridgestone Blizzak WS60. This tire falls in the Studless Ice and Snow category -- the category that generally contains…

They may only be on your car for a few months and offer a huge driving advantage, but winter wheels and tires are susceptible to irregular wear and tear—actually, more susceptible than other tires because of aggressive tread designs. As a result, you'll want to assure proper alignment before…