Outfit your Silverado with Sumitomo truck tires.

Monday, March 8, 2010 by Tire Rack Team

As your Sumitomo tire dealers, Tire Rack is perfectly comfortable recommending Sumitomo truck tires for your Chevy Silverado. We currently offer two options: the HTR Sport H/P Street/Sport Truck All-Season tire and the HTR Sport A/T On-/Off-Road All-Terrain tire, which we've shown on the Chevy Silverado below.

The HTR Sport A/T satisfies light truck tire needs year-round with a blend of on-road performance and off-road capability. You'll be quite pleased with the traction...even if you're driving in light snow.

Choose the HTR Sport H/P tire if you drive a sportier pickup truck or SUV.

Search by vehicle to see if these Sumitomo tires are right for you.


Going Up? SUV and Truck Suspension Lift and Leveling Kits

Thursday, February 18, 2010 by Chad Hocker
Last week I spoke with a customer that wanted to get the Dick Cepek DC-1 for his truck but didn't have a lift on the truck to accomodate the Dick Cepek DC-1.  I was able to recommend the Truxx Lift and Level Kit which added enough lift to fit the Dick Cepek DC-1.  He then thought the deal over and called me back later that day purchasing the Truxx Lift and Level Kit with the Dick Cepek off road wheels and tires for his truck.  Saving $50 a wheel on the closeout Dick Cepek DC-1 he was able put the savings on the Dick Cepek wheels towards the purchase of the Truxx Lift and Level Kit.

Superlift Supension Systems at Tire RackTire Rack carries truck supsension lift and leveling kits from Truxx and also Super Lift Suspension Systems. Truxx Lift and Level Kits at Tire RackIf you're looking to put big all-terrain tires or mud tires on your truck, a lift kit can open up a whole new look for you on the road and off the road. Check to see which lift/leveling kit will work with your truck or SUV suspension at Tire Rack.

Dick Cepek Tires and Wheels Available at the Tire Rack

Wednesday, February 17, 2010 by Chad Hocker
Dick Cepek Wheels and TiresDick Cepek provides quality on and off road products for a variety of trucks, SUVs, jeeps and 4X4 vehicles. Tire Rack Carries Dick Cepek wheels and Dick Cepek tires.

Check out the Dick Cepek wheels available for your vehicle at Tire Rack. The Dick Cepek DC-1 wheels are currently on closeout pricing but only until they are gone. The Dick Cepek DC-2 and Dick Cepek Torque wheels are available also. As the Dick Cepek wheel line is desinged with the off-road enthusiast in mind, many Dick Cepek wheels are an agressive fit to accomodate larger tires providing a fun off-road experience. Tire Rack does recommend having a lift on your vehicle for proper fitment on some Dick Cepek Wheels. Don't worry we will double check your order prior to shipping for any fitment issues.

Dick Cepek DC-1 Chrome Plated  Dick Cepek DC-1 Machined w/Black Accent  Dick Cepek DC-1 Polished Dick Cepek DC-2 Machined w/Black Accent Dick Cepek Torque Black w/Machined Lip

Tire Rack also carries Dick Cepek all-terrain and mud-terrain max traction tires.

All Dick Cepek tires available at Tire Rack come with 18/32'' to 22/32" deep tread design depending on tire size. The Dick Cepek Radial Fun Country II is available within the On-/Off-Road All-Terrain tire category. The Next Dick Cepek tire is the Dick Cepek Crusher. Check out the Skull & Cross Bone Sidebiters on the upper sidewall! The last Dick Cepek tire is the Mud Country from the Off-Road Maximum Traction category.

Dick Cepek Radial Fun Coutry IIDick Cepek Radial Fun Country II  Dick Cepek CrusherDick Cepek Crusher  Dick Cepek Mud CountryDick Cepek Mud Country
Make it a Tire & Wheel Package for your vehicle; Tire Rack will do the mounting and balancing for you at no charge. The job is half done when they arrive to you. All you have to do is install them on your vehicle!



It's time for a Fuzion tire review!

Monday, February 8, 2010 by Tire Rack Team
At Tire Rack, we stock four different Fuzion tires. The ZRi Ultra High Performance Summer tire, HRi and VRi High Performance All-Season tires, and the XTi On-/Off-Road All-Terrain tires. We've tested a few of them ourselves, but we'll let our customers tell you how they feel (we know you value their opinion, too):

ZRi: "The ride of the car instantly improved to a great extent, it was quieter, and inspired more confidence. We had to drive up a curvy mountain highway...it was a ridiculous amount of fun. I would buy these tires again without question." — Tire Rack Consumer Review, Ford Focus, ID

HRi: "I've had the Fusions for only a short time but they perform great. They corner great, they are quiet at highway speed and above. Great tread pattern—they look good. I can't believe how quiet they are and how well they grip the road." — Tire Rack Consumer Review, Ford Taurus, MS

VRi: "Amazing tire! I was looking for a slick looking all season tire and boy did I find one. I've been through rain, ice, snow, dry weather, everything and the truck handles perfectly with these tires! I would recommend for everyone. And they look great!" — Tire Rack Consumer Review, Isuzu Pickup, NY

XTi: "Although the Fuzion XTi have a very aggressive tread pattern, they are very quiet. Traction in dry, wet, and snow has been excellent and far above my expectations. When I am ready to replace the tires again these will be my first and only choice." — Tire Rack Consumer Review, Toyota 4Runner, NJ

Goodyear Provides Commerical Grade On/Off Road Tires for Your Heavy Duty Vehicle

Saturday, January 30, 2010 by Chad Hocker
Goodyear Tires Looking for the tire to help you get up to the job site or just get the job done? 

Goodyear Tires has the answer.  The Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac tire which currently is ranked # 1 in our customer tire survey reviews with-in the On/Off-Road Commercial Traction Tire Category

You may also check out some tire reviews specific to the truck you drive.  If you drive a Ford  then what does a Chevy or Ram guy know about tires and also vice versa. 

Well let me tell you no matter the brand of vehicle the Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac has done well!  If you are looking for an All Terrain tire for your heavy duty truck for use in extreme conditions the Goodyear can handle the job.  The DuraTrac is also branded with the Mountain/Snowflake symbol to identify they meet industry severe snow service standards.  Wrangler DuraTrac tires are designed to accept optional #16 metal studs to enhance ice traction.  Tire Rack can install the studs for you at $15 each tire which can be selected at check out. 

The Goodyear winter tires and Goodyear Snow tires are specially designed for cold climate use only. 

The Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac may be used year round in All-Seasons.  Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac is available in the Blackwall and also some sizes with the Outlined White Letters.

Goodyear Wrangler DuraTracGoodyear Wrangler DuraTacGoodyear Wrangler DuraTracGoodyear Wrangler DuraTrac - Outlined White LettersGoodyear Wrangler DuraTrac - Outlined White Letters

Drive a truck? Consider a General Grabber tire.

Friday, January 29, 2010 by Tire Rack Team

A number of our customers gravitate toward General Tire, and for good reason. If you read some of our consumer reviews, you'll see that these tires live up to expectations.

If you drive a light truck or SUV, you'll want to consider the General Grabber tire.

The Grabber HTS is a Highway All-Season tire that brings together style, comfort, durability and performance. Think pleasant road manners. A long life. Year-round traction...even in light snow. And with General Tire's Eco-Ride tread compound, improved fuel economy is yours for the taking.

There's also the Grabber AT2, an On-/Off-Road All-Terrain tire that gives you year-round competence on and off the road. You'll find exceptional traction on a variety of different wet and dry terrains.

But the General Grabber family doesn't stop there.

It extends to General Tires' Original Equipment replacement tires as well. Whether you're replacing one on your vehicle, or simply need a new set, the Grabber AW, ST and TR are all perfectly good replacement options.



What is an all terrain tire?

Monday, December 28, 2009 by Tire Rack Team

If you forgo the pavement for mud, sand or anything else that isn't straight and smooth—then your light truck or SUV would absolutely benefit from a set of On-/Off-Road All Terrain tires

An On-/Off-Road All-Terrain tire provides year-round traction, even in light snow. It takes you off the road, but has just as much capability on the road. Many All-Terrain tires feature tread blocks that are multifaceted, which means that traction can be found in any direction. From dirt to sand, gravel and snow...these tires make it really easy for you to go on an adventure.

View survey results for On-/Off-Road All-Terrain tires.

 

Chevrolet Tires

Monday, November 30, 2009 by Tire Rack Team
Looking for new Chevrolet tires? Tire Rack features a number of excellent options. Our Tire Decision Guide takes an in-depth approach to picking out tires by factoring in the conditions you drive in as well as your performance and brand preferences. Or, you can simply search by vehicle. Take a look:

This 2008 Silverado 1500 LT has a LT265/70R-217  tire size and features the BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO as an On-/Off-Road All-Terrain tire that delivers go-anywhere traction. Durability is outstanding, and the wear is great. Read reviews.





This 2008 Camaro SS has a 245/45ZR-20 tire size and features the General Exclaim UHP Ultra High Performance Summer tire. This Chevy tire provides superb traction, response and control in dry conditions. It also resists hydroplaning when the roads are wet. Read reviews.



Performance SUV Tires: Know your category.

Tuesday, November 10, 2009 by Tire Rack Team
When you buy tires for your SUV, you'll want to know which performance category you fall under. When you do, you'll end up purchasing performance SUV tires well suited to your vehicle and driving style. Here are a few examples:

Highway All-Season Tires: You want year-round traction that's capable of taking on gravel roads and snow-covered highways.

On-/Off-Road All-Terrain Tires: You need a tire with excellent traction in dirt, sand, gravel and snow. And you want that same traction on the road, too.

Off-Road Maximum Traction
: The deep mud and loose rock in your path warrants a tire with maximum traction. But it should also function well on the highway.

Discover your performance category and suitable performance SUV tires with our Tire Decision Guide or filter search results when you shop by vehicle to narrow your choices.


Bridgestone Duler A/T REVO and Bridgestone Dueler AT REVO 2 Tire Survey Results in Top 5

Thursday, September 10, 2009 by Chad Hocker
Bridgestone has come out with the next generation Bridgestone Dueler A/T REVO 2 while the original Bridgestone Duler A/T REVO still ranks in the top five tire survey results in the On-Off Road All-Terrain tire category with over 74 million miles in tire survey data.  Check out some of the Bridgestone tire reviews on the A/T REVO.   Bridgestone truck tires with-in the Dueler line have been an industry leader in truck tires on and off road.

Check out my first-hand experience with these tires and the view of a consumer below.
After spending a weekend in Charlotte, NC with a friend who has the Bridgestone Dueler A/T REVO.  I am impressed even more with the Bridgestone Dueler AT REVO.  The REVO truly does offer the best of both worlds.  A tire that handles and rides comfortable during the week for the commute but is aggressive enough and looks cool on your truck or SUV for the weekend.

A little bit about Andy and how he uses his Bridgestone Dueler A/T REVO tires.  He has them on a Toyota 4Runner and after riding with him for the weekend I would also describe his driving style as "spirited."  He is a CPA at a business in town and being a CPA saw the value in the A/T REVO.  He uses his 4Runner for commuting down I-77 to Charlotte every day.
But on the weekends has a little more fun...
  • Pulling the boat or jet skis out off the lake at the boat ramp with no issues
  • Heading out on camping trips
  • Doing a little off-roading to get out to the hunting land in the fall 
  • He has even had them in the snow on some ski trips and done just fine
Bridgestone A/T REVOA/T RevoA/T REVOThese tires are great for the buyer that uses the same vehicle to commute to work as they use to have fun in on the weekend.  They offer a comfortable quiet ride along with an aggressive tread that looks cool on your truck, SUV or 4X4.  I would highly recommend these tires for that buyer.

These Bridgestone truck tires will give you just what you expect from an All-Terrain tire but then again they will not.  I would expect an all-terrain tire to look cool on my SUV or truck,  perform well in off-road conditions, handle snow well and keep me safe on the road.  We also assume our All-Terrain tires are loud and ill-mannered on the road.  This is not true with the Bridgestone A/T REVO as they handle well and much more like a highway all-season tire with the benefits of an All-Terrain.  These would be a great buy with many sizes coming with a 50,000 mile tread life warranty excluding LT sizes.  Road Hazard Protection is also available on some of the Bridgestone Dueler REVOs at check out as well.


Bridgestone Dueler A/T Revo, The Best Of Both Worlds

Monday, August 10, 2009 by Chad Hocker
After spending a weekend in Charlotte, NC with a friend who has the Bridgestone Dueler A/T REVO.  I am impressed even more with that tire.  This tire truly does offer the best of both worlds.  A tire that handles and rides comfortable during the week for the commute but is aggressive enough and looks cool on your truck or SUV for the weekend.

A little bit about Andy and how he uses his A/T REVO tires.  He has them on a Toyota 4Runner and After riding with him for the weekend I would also describe his driving style as "spirited."  He is a CPA at a business in town and being a CPA saw the value in the A/T REVO.  He uses his 4Runner for commuting down I-77 to Charlotte every day.
But on the weekends has a little more fun...
  • Pulling the boat or jet ski's out off the lake at the boat ramp with no issues
  • Heading out on camping trips
  • Doing a little off-roading to get out to the hunting land in the fall. 
  • He has even had them in the snow on some ski trips and done just fine
These tires are great for the buyer that uses the same vehicle to commute to work as they use to have fun in on the weekend.  They offer a comfortable quite ride along with an aggressive tread that looks cool on your truck or SUV.  I would highly recommend these tires for that buyer.
Take a look at the tread pattern and side wall design.  This tire looks aggressive but rides and handles more like a highway or passenger tire
A/T REVO A/T REVO


These tires will give you just want you expect from an All Terrain tire but then again they will not.  I would expect an all terrain tire to look cool on my SUV or Truck.  Perform well in off road conditions, handle snow well and keep me safe on the road.  We also assume our All Teriann tires are loud and ill-manored on the road.  This is not true with the Bridgestone A/T REVO as they handle well and much more like a highway tire with the benefits of an All Teriann.  These would be a great buy with many sizes coming with a 50,000 mile tread life warranty excluding LT sizes.