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Step 1
The first thing you must decide is if you want to own multiple sets of performance tires. There really isn't any reason not to, although at first it may seem more expensive, in the end it isn't since the tires in storage are not wearing down, only the ones on your car. In the end it's best to own multiple sets of high performance tires, one for each season.
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Step 2
Touring tires or performance tires? The main difference here is the touring tires been designed to provide some benefits off all-season tires, yet still have good handling, comfort and low noise. High performance tires on the other hand are designed to enhance the handling of the vehicle, sacrificing tread wear and noise levels. If you drive fast and hard, high performance tires are for you.
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Step 3
Tread wear is another consideration. Basically the higher the grip, the faster the tread will wear out. High performance tires are designed for maximum grip and thus will wear out quicker. You have to put your winter, or all-season tires on in the fall and put your high performance tires away for the winter!
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Step 4
Speed ratings are as follows; S, T, U, H, V, W, Y and Z. Representing from 112 tp 185 mph of comfortable, smooth speed. High performance tires generally are rated for H or higher, 130 mph. Some companies do make S and T rated high performance tires, but these only give the 'look' of high performance.
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Step 5
Prices generally run from 50 to hundreds of dollars for each high performance tire. It really depends on manufacturer, do some research on the different high performance tires available and always remember to change them in the fall.
Comments
missforty said
on 12/19/2008 Very thorough, thanks!