How do I know the size of my car tires?

How do I know the size of my car tires?

Find the information in your vehicle owner’s manual in the glove compartment or on the tire information sticker on your driver’s side door. Usually those elements contain all the information related to your tire size and specifications as well as the appropriate tire pressure.

What’s the difference between 225 and 215 tires?

215 and 225 are tires that are supposed to fit with different width for their unlike sizes. True to their name 215 is a bit smaller and has less width. On the other hand, 225 gives better grip due to its broader width with better surface coverage.

Where do I find the tire size on my car?

Enter your information to see the tires that fit your vehicle. The letter “P” at the beginning of the “Tire Size” tells us the tire is a P-Metric tire, referring to tires made to certain standards within the United States, intended for Passenger vehicles. If a tire size has no letters at the beginning, this indicates a Euro metric tire.

What should I know when buying new tires for my car?

There are three things to understand when buying new tires for your car; the size, speed rating, and load index. Making the correct selection is very important to maintain optimal performance, safety, and fuel efficiency. Fortunately, all of this information is easy to find.

How to compare tire sizes and specs online?

Our tire calculators and charts allow you to convert sizes, quickly compare specs like diameter, width, sidewall and circumference, or even check your speedometer error and effective differential gearing changes. Our tools also include a unique visual experience that allows you to see and compare tire size results with actual tire images.

What do the letters at the beginning of a tire mean?

If a tire size has no letters at the beginning, this indicates a Euro metric tire. P-Metric and Euro-Metric tires may have different load capacities. The letters “LT,” either at the beginning or at the end of the tire size indicate the tire was designed for light trucks.

Is it possible to put larger tires on a car?

Is it possible to put larger tires and wheels on your vehicle? In most cases, the answer is yes. No one can deny the aesthetic appeal of having larger tires and wheels on your car, light truck or SUV. Adding a larger tire and wheel combination to your vehicle is referred to as “plus sizing” such as a “plus one” or “plus two” fitment.

Can you put different sized tyres on your car?

As a rule, mixing tyres on your vehicle is dangerous, and can be illegal. Read on to find out more about mixing tyres on the same axle, mixing different sizes and mixing seasonal tyres. First and foremost, it’s recommended to fit the same tyres on all wheel positions of your vehicle.

Can you put smaller tires on a truck?

For example, if your car, truck, van or SUV comes with 18″ tires, it may be possible to install 17″ or even 16″ tires on it. In order to achieve this smaller rim size, Car Medics would choose a smaller tire size that maintains your wheels overall outside diameter.