Automobile Tires

Automobile tires are made in many different shapes and sizes. This has never been more true than it is now. These variations are due to many factors. Of course, the size and type of vehicle you drive will make a big difference. For instance, a large sport utility vehicle will need very different tires from a small compact car. The type of surface you typically drive on is another important consideration, as are the speeds at which your vehicle is normally driven. Hybrid vehicles use very specialized tires to improve fuel efficiency, while some low profile tires are designed to match custom alloy rims for a more sporty appearance.

Safety is always the most important factor you can consider when buying new tires. In climates where snow and ice affect winter road surfaces, you can have special tires installed during winter months. Here in Central Texas, the most important weather factor to consider is rainfall, and the extremely slick roads which can be caused by heavy rains. For this reason, we stock tires which are rated for good traction on wet roads, and these can occur in this area during any month of the year. If you ask one of our tire specialists about new tires rated for good wet road traction, we’ll tell you the best options available for your car. Still, even with “rain tires” installed, it’s always important to reduce your speed when driving in stormy conditions.

Durability is important to most new tire buyers, and some passenger car tires have an expected tire life of up to 90,000 miles. This is due to new rubber formulations and new tire designs which are better now than ever. Better tires are rounder and can be more evenly balanced. This is another reason some tires last longer than others. Of course, the way you maintain your tire pressure, balance, and rotation will also make tires last longer. Good driving habits are also a major contributer to good tire life. By working with major automakers, Michelin has engineered special tires which have been tuned to work extremely well with specific Hybrid automobiles and new electric vehicles (EVs). Because we are an authorized dealer for Michelin tires, we can provide the specific tires you need if you drive a hybrid car or an EV. 

In addition to Michelin tires and BFGoodrich tires, we also carry tires by Uniroyal and many other brands including Bridgestone, Cooper, Dunlop, Galaxy, Goodyear, Hercules, Kelley-Springfield, Nitto, Sumitomo, and Toyo. We carry tires that are specifically engineered for performance, and others which are engineered for optimal traction on wet roads. We install tires on forklifts, dump trucks and semi-trucks, as well as small import automobiles. Regardless of your tire needs, we're well equipped to serve all your tire needs.