Is it bad to have 1 mismatched tire?

A car with mismatched front and back tires should still be usable, especially if it is a two wheel drive vehicle. Tires wear out at different rates, and if one is more worn than the other, simply rotating the tires may be a possibility to prevent further wear.

Do all 4 tires need to be the same?

The short answer is that, in general, manufacturers do not recommend tire mixing at all. That means having the same brand, size, tread pattern, load index, and speed rating on the front and rear tires. However, there are exceptions that can lead to mixing tire brands.

Is it bad to have different size tires on your car?

Having two different-sized tires on the same axle is generally not a good thing. If the diameter of the two tires is close, then the rolling radius is about the same, so in the short term, you probably won’t have any damage, but long term, you run the risk of messing up your car’s differential.

Can I replace just two tires?

Mixing tire brands or even different models may cause handling instability. And when replacing only two, we recommend installing the new tires in the rear and placing the (older but still decent) rear tires in the front. This may help prevent a spinout or oversteer condition on slick roads.

Do tires need to be replaced in pairs?

Yes, this is a common practice. Tires should be replaced in pairs, both in the front, or both in the back. If your vehicle is an all time all wheel drive, manufacturers recommend replacing all four tires to keep the rotations per mile uniform. It’s also recommended that new tires go on the rear.

Is it OK to replace only 2 tires?

Is it OK to have 2 different sets of tires?

Primarily, you should avoid mixing different tire brands and different tread patterns. There are rare exceptions for approved mixed-tire fittings, but in general, manufacturers do not recommend tire mixing at all.

Can I use 235 tires instead of 225?

The difference between 225 and 235 tires is that the width of 225 tires is 225mm. On the other hand, 235 tires have a width of 235mm. 225 tires are mostly recommended for smaller cars while 235 tires are recommended for bigger cars. 225 tires are 225mm wide tires that are generally used for light vehicles.

Do I need alignment after replacing tires?

We recommend an alignment after the installation of new tires. This helps you get the most life from your new tires. Wheel alignment checks are always advised after a significant impact or uneven tire wear is detected. Also, get a check annually, or twice yearly if you typically travel on rough roads.

Is it OK to replace just one tire on a car?

If a car’s other tires have lost only 2/32 or up to maybe 4/32 of their original tread depth, it’s probably OK to replace just the damaged tire.

Is it safe to have 4 different tires on a car?

It’s perfectly safe to drive four completely separate tires as long as tires on the same axle are the same size. It’s probably a good idea to get tires with the same tread life so that they wear evenly. As far as the performance that Chris was talking about goes, the tires have an addition property between them.

How much tread do you need to replace tires?

To replace just one tire without adversely affecting performance and safety, the other tires need to have enough tread. Following Virginia Tire & Auto’s tread recommendations, you want to replace tires when the tread depth gets to 4/32 of an inch or below. You can always use a quarter or a penny to check the depth of your tire grooves.

How can I avoid buying more than one tire?

One way to avoid buying more than one tire is to have the tread on the new one “shaved” so it matches the depth of the others. Some tire dealers will shave off some tread depth on a special machine for a fee.