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Frequently asked questions about winter tires (snow tires)
Life is too short to be confused about tires – read on for answers to all your winter tire questions.Learn more
Frequently asked questions
Have questions about your order, our products, payment options, or shipping policies? Find the answers here.
Have questions about your order, our products, payment options, or shipping policies? Find the answers here.
Tire glossary
In an effort to demystify the world of tires, with its confusing terminology, technology, and "tirespeak," we present the TireBuyer Tire Glossary.
In an effort to demystify the world of tires, with its confusing terminology, technology, and "tirespeak," we present the TireBuyer Tire Glossary.
Understanding tire types/sizes
"P225/45ZR18 92Y" may not mean much to the average person, but to tire geeks, it speaks volumes.
"P225/45ZR18 92Y" may not mean much to the average person, but to tire geeks, it speaks volumes.
How and why to buy tires online
Find out why you should buy tires online, how TireBuyer.com works, and if you even need new tires.
Find out why you should buy tires online, how TireBuyer.com works, and if you even need new tires.
Choosing the right tires
Studded winter tires
Thinking of studding up for more traction in winter weather? Read this article first.
Thinking of studding up for more traction in winter weather? Read this article first.
Original equipment tires vs. replacement tires
Is it best to stick with your car's OE tires, or try something different? We'll help you decide.
Is it best to stick with your car's OE tires, or try something different? We'll help you decide.
Speed rating and load index
How fast can your tires go? How much weight can they carry? We'll show you how to find out.
How fast can your tires go? How much weight can they carry? We'll show you how to find out.
Installation and maintenance
TPMS 101
Do you have a Tire Pressure Monitoring System? Find out what TPMS does for you, and how to care for it.
Do you have a Tire Pressure Monitoring System? Find out what TPMS does for you, and how to care for it.
Rotating your tires
This simple task can keep you safe on the road, save you money, and keep your warranty valid.
This simple task can keep you safe on the road, save you money, and keep your warranty valid.
Using mismatched tires
Using mismatched tires isn't ideal. But if you have to do it, here's what you need to know.
Using mismatched tires isn't ideal. But if you have to do it, here's what you need to know.
Tire safety
Hydroplaning
Find out what causes hydroplaning, how you can prevent it, and what to do if it happens to you.
Find out what causes hydroplaning, how you can prevent it, and what to do if it happens to you.
Tire pressure and temperature
Gas expands when heated. So what happens inside your tires when the temperature rises?
Gas expands when heated. So what happens inside your tires when the temperature rises?
Car emergency kit checklist
Stuff happens - empty gas tank, flat tire, alien abduction. But with this checklist, you'll be ready for all of it.
Stuff happens - empty gas tank, flat tire, alien abduction. But with this checklist, you'll be ready for all of it.
Tires 101
Tire disposal fees we collect
Nobody likes fees, but at least these fees go towards finding new uses for recycled tires. That's cool.
Nobody likes fees, but at least these fees go towards finding new uses for recycled tires. That's cool.
Improving your fuel economy
Gas prices are still sky-high, so let's talk about rolling resistance and how you could save some $$ on gas.
Gas prices are still sky-high, so let's talk about rolling resistance and how you could save some $$ on gas.
Tire anatomy and construction
Ever wondered what a "carcass ply" is? We'll peel back the tread and show you what's underneath.
Ever wondered what a "carcass ply" is? We'll peel back the tread and show you what's underneath.
Lawn, garden and golf tires 101
Lawn, garden, & golf tire size guide
Not sure what size tire you need? We've got a couple of easy questions will help you answer that question.
Not sure what size tire you need? We've got a couple of easy questions will help you answer that question.
Time to replace your mower tires?
If you're not sure whether your mower needs new tires, these five signs will give you the answer.
If you're not sure whether your mower needs new tires, these five signs will give you the answer.
How to choose the right replacement tire for your lawn mower
Three easy steps to help you choose the right tire for your lawn and your lawn mower.
Three easy steps to help you choose the right tire for your lawn and your lawn mower.
What people are saying
Tire buying experience was excellent. Tires and related items were as advertised. Installation was simple - schedule time, arrive at location, tires installed, transaction complete. Very Easy!!!
- Sann from North Carolina
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