The right car tires are essential for a smooth riding experience and for safely navigating different terrains and driving conditions. As a general rule, you should get a tire change every three to four years to ensure tires remain in the best possible condition and are equipped to meet the challenges of the road. If it's time for a tire change, consider these three popular replacement choices.

A Tire Guide for Passenger Cars

1. All-Season

All-season tires handle well in both wet and dry conditions. Their symmetrical treads and all-around grooves help them grip securely, which is especially critical when driving in wet weather. One of the advantages of all-season tires is that they are kept on the vehicle the whole year through, saving you from having to purchase two separate sets of tires. Also, you won't need a professional tire change each spring and fall.

2. Winter

Winter tires, or snow tires, are designed with greater gripping capabilities, which make them the ideal choice for winter roads. They have deep grooves and an abundance of thin slits across the exterior, both of which improve traction and repel snow, slush, and other surface accumulations. You can find winter tires with or without metal studs. The studded varieties are best if you live in an area prone to ice, as the studs add further traction on slippery terrain.

3. Summer

Summer tires are made of a softer kind of rubber that gives them improved contact with the road. As their name implies, they are best suited for use during warmer times of the year. Their tread patterns have a strong, dependable grip in both dry and wet weather. They have fewer grooves, which can make for a smoother ride and easier road handling.

When you need an emergency tire change, trust the professionals at Discount Towing & Recovery. Serving the Mountain Home, AR, area, they offer towing services and roadside assistance that will get you to a repair shop or back on the road as soon as possible. They also carry a full selection of used auto parts. Call (870) 425-1775 or visit their website to schedule a service.