Is it OK to have 2 different size tires?

Long story short: Yes, it is a problem to have two tires of different sizes on the front (or back) of your car. Having two different-sized tires on the same axle is generally not a good thing. Sometimes, people choose to put larger tires on the rear axle of their vehicle for handling reasons, cosmetic reasons, etc.

How big of a tire do I need for winter?

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 15″ sizes have been replaced with today’s 16″, 17″, 18″ and larger sizes.

Can you put different tire sizes on your car?

The Effects of Putting Different Tire Sizes on Your Car. While automotive experts recommend using four like tires on a vehicle, and specifically the type best suited for the vehicle, exceptions are allowable within certain limits.

What should I look for in a winter Tire Rack?

Tire Rack’s Winter Packages* often feature alternate sizes that combine smaller diameter wheels (that fit over the vehicle’s Original Equipment brakes and within its wheelwell) with narrower, higher profile tires (that have equivalent load capacities and overall diameters).

Can a four wheel drive have a different tire size?

It should go without saying, but all wheel drive and four wheel drives vehicles should have the same tire size on all four wheels. Having different sizes on some four wheel and all wheel drive vehicles can actually do damage to the vehicle. Even then, the two tire sizes are nearly identical in diameter.

How can I tell the difference between summer and winter tires?

First and foremost, make sure you know the size of your tires —it’s one of the first questions you’ll be asked in store. Your winter tires and your summer tires must be the same size. To find out the size of your tires, just take a look at the sidewall. You’ll find a code similar to this one: P225/60 R17.

Can the summer and winter wheels be of different size?

The size of the summer tires is 195/65 R15. When I bought the car it came with a set of mounted 205/55 R16 winter tires. When I took the car to a mechanic to have the wheels changed, he told me that the winter wheels are not compatible with my car. Is this possible? Do the wheels have to be of the same size? UPDATE: thanks a lot for your answer.

Can you change winter tires twice a year?

Yes you can get some strange offset and width. It is convenient and economical to leave the winter tires on a separate set of rims. Trading out tires twice a year is expensive and must be done in the shop. Changing a wheel with tire is as simple as jacking it up and replacing.

Is it OK to have 2 different size tires?