Spring buyer’s guide for summer and 4 season tires
Has the time come for you to swap your old summer tires for brand new ones? Are you wondering which summer tires to choose? Given all of the available models on the market, knowing which tires are best suited to your needs is not an easy task. Don’t despair, the blackcircles team is here to help.
Whatever the make of your car, blackcircles Canada has a vast array of available summer and 4 season tire models. Take a look at our summer tire buyer’s guide, which will make finding the perfect tire a breeze.
Do you need specialized help, or do you have a specific or detailed question? Do not hesitate to contact our team of professionals by online chat, email or phone.
Which summer tire is right for me?
There is no quick answer to that question. Firstly, it depends on your vehicle. A sedan, a sports car and a truck don’t all require the same kind of summer tires!
Secondly, your specific needs are an important thing to keep in mind and take into consideration. Do you have a limited budget? What are your driving habits? Are your priorities comfort, silence, or fuel efficiency? These are all questions you must ask yourself before selecting a tire.
Our buyer’s guide will help you hone in on what’s most important to you, which will then lead you to the perfect tire for your specific needs. Take a look at our best summer and 4 season tires guide, and see which one suits you best.
The importance of size
Before purchasing tires for your car, the very first thing to consider is what tire format you need. To obtain this information, all you have to do is look at your original tires; the size is written on the sidewalls. It includes (in order), width, aspect ratio and tire diameter. The load index and speed index are other things that should be taken into account as well.
When you are searching for new tires online with blackcircles, you can select the exact tire size, so that the search results will only be of tires that are compatible with your vehicle.
You are unsure of what tire dimensions you need? Simply look for the make and model of your vehicle and blackcircles will suggest compatible tires. With blackcircles, purchasing summer tires has never been easier.
Choosing tires that are the wrong size can be risky, and it is important to know what these risks represent. Find out more about the importance of the right tire dimensions and what making such a mistake translates to, in real life.
Tire category
The winter season means mandatory winter tires, but summer tires offer more options:
- Summer tires;
- 4 season tires;
- Winter certified 4 season tires.
Firstly, let’s take a look at the differences between summer tires and 4 season tires. Even if we often think these are interchangeable, summer tires are more geared towards performance than 4 season tires are.
When it comes to 4 season tires, they are more versatile and correspond to what we call “regular” tires. To find out more about the differences between the two, read our blog on the subject. Most of 4 season tire models are not winter certified, but some of them offer good stability on ice or snow, which makes them usable year round.
If you have a sports car and your priority is an exciting and precise driving experience, we will have the perfect model for your luxury sedan or SUV. Take a look at our buyer’s guide on performance summer tires, so that you can find the best ones for you.
Are your daily driving habits simply driving on the highway and going from point A to point B? Then you should take a look at our regular all-season tires guide. If you drive a sedan or an SUV, there are a wide variety of available tires for you as well.
All-terrain tires
Finally, some tires are more performant in off-road driving conditions. Here, we are referring to all-terrain tires, a whole other range of tire models. If you love driving off the beaten path, far from paved city roads and the highway, on rocky, muddy or sandy terrain, then these will be the perfect tires for you.
Such tires are specially designed for great stability and optimal resistance to tears and cuts. Find the perfect all-terrain tire to drive off the beaten path, no matter if it is for work or play.
Tires for trucks
Given that they are heavier than sedans and most SUVs, trucks require tires that are capable of withstanding their weight and, as they are also often used for towing or carrying heavy and voluminous loads, tires must be able to carry these as well.
In such cases, load index becomes an essential element to consider. Tires with the LT letters are perfect for those who need sturdy and robust tires models. Blackcircles has everything you need, so that you can equip your truck with heavy-duty high quality tires.
What are the features to look for on a good tire?
Apart from technical considerations like dimensions and compatibility between the tires and your vehicle, there are several things to look at, that will help you determine a summer tire’s quality. Some of these are:
- Traction on wet or dry roads;
- Aquaplaning resistance;
- Wear and tear resistance;
- Stability and road handling;
- A quiet driving experience.
Moreover, features like a low rolling resistance allow you to save money on fuel, which makes them more economical in the long run. Quality tires usually have several or all of the abovementioned features, but certain tires focus on one aspect more than another.
This means that it all depends on your needs. Do you do a lot of mileage and need greater durability? Is it important for you to enjoy a smooth and quiet driving experience? No matter your specific needs, you will find the perfect tire at blackcircles.
You can also visit our blog and take advantage of several tips and tricks that will help you navigate all the different available tire models on the market.
The best brands
At blackcircles, you will find over 45 different tire brands, including the most popular and reputable brands like:
- Bridgestone
- Michelin
- Goodyear
- Continental
- Pirelli
- And much more!
These are all manufacturers that are well known for the quality of their tires and the cutting-edge technologies they have developed over time, thanks to their expertise. However, there are also less known yet excellent and reliable tire brands that are not as expensive!
At blackcircles, you will find several tire brands that offer an excellent price-quality ratio. Whether they are higher-end brands, or more affordable brands, blackcircles only selects tires that come from trustworthy manufacturers.
No matter your budget, we will help you find the perfect tires for your needs. Whether you are about to purchase your summer or 4 season tires, or you simply wish to find out more about tires, our spring buyer’s guide will steer you towards the ideal model for you.
To find out more about us or our products, do not hesitate to take a look at our FAQ. With blackcircles, discover a whole new and simplified online buying experience, anywhere in Canada.
