Change All Four at Once
One of the easiest ways to save money when you need new tires is to pick up all four at once. Many tire companies offer relatively large discounts to those who purchase four at once because it is fairly easy to install additional tires once the vehicle is up off the ground.
As an added bonus, the tires are all going to have close to the same lifespan as long as they are regularly rotated, and you won’t have to worry about keeping track of multiple tires during seasonal maintenance.
Have the Wheels Realigned at the Same Time
Having your wheels realigned while your new tires are being put on isn’t going to make this process any cheaper, but it will save you money down the road. Most experts agree that wheels should be realigned at least once every two years, but you might need to have them aligned as often as once a year if you have an older vehicle.
Many tire companies offer free or extremely inexpensive realignments because they are fairly easy to carry out as long as the vehicle is already on the lift.
Wait for Seasonal Sales
Just like most other products, tires tend to go on sale at regular points throughout the year. As a general rule, many tire companies will offer discounts during the months of April and October.
In April, the weather is starting to warm up and families are often thinking about upcoming road trips, and new tires will become a priority. Once October hits, many drivers consider buying new tires because of the icy conditions that are just around the corner.
Invest in a Warranty
While tire manufacturers almost always offer warranties that cover material defects, the company that installs the tires could have an upgraded warranty as well. A robust tire warranty is going to cover a wide variety of risks ranging from premature wear to certain road hazards. If one of your tires becomes punctured in the months following the installation, the warranty should cover the cost of replacing it.
In addition to these few tips, you must also make sure that you are properly caring for your tires so that they last for as long as possible. Regularly rotating the tires and keeping them out of the sun as much as possible could potentially extend their lifespan by a considerable amount.
