WINTER TIRE SIZING INFO: Priorities for Sizing Winter Tires Are Different

A wide, low profile or large tire has to "plow" a wide path through snow which causes more resistance. The narrower the tire, the easier you can get through snow.

Winter tire sizes should be based on one of the following:
The Optional Tire and Wheel Size from Your Vehicle's Base Model

This is often the easiest way to select an appropriate narrow tire for your car or truck. For example, a 2003 Lexus IS300 would store its original 215/45R17 tires in favor of optional 205/55R16 tires on 16" wheels.
A Minus Size Tire and Wheel

Minus Sizing is simply traditional Plus Sizing techniques used backwards. For example, a 2003 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR6 would store its original 205/55R16 (or optional 225/45HR17) tires in favor of Minus One or Minus Two size 195/65R15 tires on 15" wheels.

In both of these examples, not only would snow traction be enhanced, but the cost of a Base Model or Minus Size winter tire & wheel package is usually lower than a package maintaining your vehicle's original size tires and wheels.

Winter Tire and Wheel Packages are available for many vehicles. Build one today or select our Preferred Package* for your vehicle.

*Preferred Packages available for most vehicles.