Everyone has questions about or objections to getting winter tires. As with most information, you hear a lot of different things, so we’ve decided to give you some answers to some common questions or objection that we’ve heard a lot before. If you have any more, please comment below and we’ll get back to you ASAP!
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Common Winter Tire Objections & Answers
What if my car has traction control? Traction control isn’t designed to actually give you better traction; it’s meant to limit your acceleration based on the traction of your tires. The only way to get more traction and “traction control” is to get tires that meet those standards.
What if my car has ABS? ABS works more or less like traction control, except that it limits your braking depending on the traction of your tires. Your ABS system will work best with optimum tire grip.Aren’t snow tires expensive? Snow tires are actually one of the more economical purchases you can make. This is true in part because while you’re using your snow tires, you’re not killing the wear and tread on your summer or all-season tires in winter conditions, and also because as you can imagine, getting into a fender bender or driving off of the course of the road is much pricier than a set of tires.
FAQs About Winter Tires
How much do snow tires cost? Well, through Dec. 31, 2012 we’re happy to offer you $70 off if you are buying all four tires. Generally, the range in price depends hugely on what size you’re getting and what type. Snow tires start at roughly $90 each and can be up to $200 depending on the size of your vehicle and what you’re looking for.How long do they last? It depends on how well they’re taken care of and how much you drive, but they should last for at least three winter seasons – many more if you are up to date with your vehicles maintenance. Things like getting your tires rotated, making sure there’s proper pressure and removing them early enough when it gets warmer will all help extend the lifetime of your tires.
Can I just put two on instead of four? It’s best to keep all of your tires equal. Tread design dictates how the wheels handle, so you want all of your tires to be at the same level. Otherwise, you lose acceleration, braking and overall control on snowy roads.
How do I order them? Just give us a call! We’d be happy to help you order them through our parts department, or you can always ask about winter tires when you’re in for service.
How much does it cost to get them put on? Our winter changeover special that is ongoing through Dec. 31, 2012 is $69.95 for 16” tires, $89.95 for 17’ and $109.95 for 18’. This special includes tire dismount, mounting of winter tires, computer balance and a wheel torque to factory specifications.When should I get them put on? In Vermont we typically get snow in October or early November, so it’s a really good idea to get it done before then so you’re prepared, and not stuck on the side of the road when we have an out-of-nowhere blizzard (but that never happens, right?). It’s also a good idea to get them done early because service departments (like us) offer amazing specials during this time of year (like ours). As time goes on these specials usually wane and prices usually go up (not ours though, we’ll be keeping our special through Dec. 31, 2012).
Do you sell studded tires? We don’t have them on site, but we’d be more than happy to order them for you and have them shipped to our store.
View all of our information about choosing the right winter tire at the Burlington Hyundai Online Tire Info Center here.
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Don't risk your safety and the safety of your family with inadequate tires. You should always drive to road conditions, regardless of the tires you have on your vehicle.
ReplyDeleteWell said. Thanks for posting!
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