A new set of tires is required for your vehicle. Exactly what kind of tires do I need? What does "all-season" and "all-terrain" truly mean, and how are these terms used? What are my alternatives for financing my purchase?

Tire shopping is made easier with Midas (and owning). If you have any questions or concerns about the purchase or installation of a new tire, please feel free to contact us. Every Ez Rev Lab Courtesy Check1 includes a tire pressure and tread wear inspection, no matter what service brought you to Ez Rev Lab.

What types of tires does Ez Rev Auto Lab sell?

• Seasonal Tires - Replace these tires twice a year for the greatest summer and winter tires performance.
• Snow/Winter Tires: Tread edges that bite into ice and snow, generous channels that channel slush away, and rubber that stays supple at lower temperatures than other tires provide the best possible winter grip.
• Year-Round Tires - Not into changing tires along with the seasons? These versatile tires balance the features needed for summer and winter driving, on and off the roads.
• All-Season Tires: These are the tires that come standard on the majority of cars and trucks. Ideal for road travelling in mild winter climates.
• All-Terrain Tires: These multifunctional wonders combine off-road traction and durability with comfortable, responsive highway handling. Perfect for a mix of street driving and light off-roading.
• Mud Tires: Off-road experts capable of navigating mud, rocks, sand, dirt, and deep snow. Specifically designed for off-road use (especially on challenging terrain).
• Low profile tires provide improved manoeuvring and ability to handle due to their wide treads and short sidewalls.

How do you know if your tires need to be replaced?

Any tires that exhibits one or more of the following signs of age, damage, or wear should be replaced:

• Tires that have worn down below the recommended tread depth should be replaced. The legal minimum tread depth in the United States is 2/32." Depending on the manufacturer's recommendations or your specific road conditions, you may want to replace your tires at a deeper tread depth.
• • Tires with sidewall cracks, punctures, blisters, or bulges are no longer structurally sound and cannot be repaired. Your local Midas technician can assist you in identifying these tires safety hazards and selecting the best replacement tires.

When should tires be replaced based on tread depth?

The legal minimum tire tread depth in the United States is 2/32” and many tire experts recommend replacing tires at 4/32”-6/32” tread depth or less, especially for tire types that benefit from a deeper tread (snow tires, all-terrain tires, or mud tires). Testing multiple winter tire brands at 5/32”-6/32” tread depth (or 50% of original tread depth), Consumer Reports saw a 14.5% decline in snow traction when accelerating, and a 7% increase in wet stopping distance compared to the tires’ original tread depth2.

How to tell if your tire tread depth is too low, and you need to replace your tires:

• Use a tire tread depth gauge for a precise measurement.
• Take the U.S. Penny Test: Insert a penny (head first) into your tire tread. If you can see the top of Lincoln’s head, it’s time for new tires. If the top of Lincoln’s head is covered, your tread is deeper than 2/32”. On the tail side, if the top of the Lincoln Memorial is covered, your tread is deeper than 6/32”.
• Take the Canadian nickel test: If the top of Queen Elizabeth’s crown is covered, your tread is deeper than 2/32”.
• Take the U.S. Quarter Test: If the top of Washington’s head is covered, your tire tread is deeper than 4/32”.
• Take the Canadian Quarter Test: If the caribou’s nose is covered, your tire tread is deeper than 6/32”.
• Check the wear bars: Tire wear bars are situated at 2/32” of tread depth, so if any wear bar is worn, replace the tire right away. It’s below the legal minimum tread depth.
• Examine the tread depth in numerous areas of the tire, particularly if you notice uneven wear patterns. Also, talk to a Ez Rev Auto Lab tire expert about how low you may go with your tread depth.

Do you need to get your new tires aligned?

When you buy new tires, it's a good idea to have your wheel checked to make sure they wear evenly from the moment you drive them home. We also suggest that you have your alignment checked regularly to make sure your tires last as long as possible. This is easy to do when you take your car in for services like tires rotation.

Do new tires need to be balanced?

Even though rough terrain and other commuting hazards often cause tires to be out of balance, new tires should be checked for balance before being mounted. Even brand-new tires can come from the factory out of balance. Balanced tires from the start and regular checks of the balance as part of tires service will help your tires last longer.