Tire Buying Guide
Four things you need to know
before buying a new set of tires.
1. Do the tread test.
All you need is a penny! Place the penny in the shallowest groove with Lincoln's head pointing down. If you can see the top of his head, the tires should be replaced.
Shop All Tires2. Stay true to size.
New tires should always match the size of the original tires on your vehicle. Find the size in your owner's manual or the sidewall of your tire. Here's what to look for.
Shop All Tires3. Get style and substance.
Know the most common types of tires and see what's right for you:
All-season
Cruise year-round with a steady grip on all surfaces.
Winter Tires
Power through snow and ice safely with deep treads.
Performance
Accelerate faster and have better control at every turn.
All-terrain
Handle dirt roads, gravel trails and more with ease.
4. Keep tires in check.
Make your tires last longer with these easy maintenance tips.
Measure your air pressure
at least once a month to ensure they're properly inflated. Also, have your Tire Pressure Monitoring System checked when you get your tires serviced.
Check your alignment
every 6,000 miles to ensure each tire is
straight and not wearing down the edges.
Rotate your tires
every 5,000 to 8,000 miles. This means swapping front and back tires for more even wear. Get free balance and rotation for the life of the tire when you install at Sam's.
Tire Buying Guide
With so many tire sizes and styles available, it can be difficult to decide which set of tires to buy for your car, truck or SUV. That's why Sam's Club® created this handy Tire Buying Guide. It covers the top four things you need to consider before making your tire purchase. With the tire information in the tire guide and our online Tire Search Tool you can shop the selection of tires at Sam's Club, where you'll find members-only pricing and special deals from top tire brands. Sam's Club is your one-stop tire shop.
Tire Measurement and Tire Numbers
One of the first things to do when you're shopping for tires is to know your vehicle's correct tire measurements. New tires should always match the size of the original tires on your vehicle. Just to be sure, look in two places: your owner's manual and the sidewall of your tires. Write down the numbers you see or take a quick photo with your phone. You'll see a few sets of numbers. The first set of numbers is the tire width. Next, you'll see the aspect ratio and rim diameter. Together, these two sets of numbers make up your tire's size. The last set of numbers are for the load rating/load index (a number) and the speed rating (a letter).