Getting New Tires In Anchorage?

There are so many tire choices in the Anchorage, Fort Richardson, and Anchorage area, selecting the right one can be a bit overwhelming for Eagle River car owners. And even though it’s kind of fun to have new tires on your van, they’re a significant investment for most Eagle River folks so you want do it right.

Tip: talk with your friendly Alaska Spring and Performance tire professional. He’ll help you sort through the choices.

Here are some of the issues you’ll talk about: One is size – you know, all those numbers on the side of the tire. The right size is important. All new vehicles are required to have stability control which, along with other important safety systems, is calibrated to work with specific tire sizes. Your Anchorage tire professional can help stay within car makers' specifications or program a different tire size into your van’s computer.

And you’ll want to discuss how and where you drive in Eagle River to determine the type of tire you need: summer, winter, all-season tires or all-terrain. There are tires for every Eagle River auto owner's needs.

Like we said, tires are a big investment, so you want to get a good value on tires. Now that doesn’t always mean the cheapest tire. A top tier tire from Alaska Spring and Performance will last a long time and give Eagle River car owners good performance throughout its life. Tires sold in Anchorage bargain tire shops may not live up to that promise. Again, your friendly Alaska Spring and Performance tire professional can give you options that offer the best long-term value within your immediate budget.

Last, with a 2-wheel drive vehicle you should always replace both tires on an axle. Modern sensors and computer safety systems for van brakes, stability and traction control need both tires to have the same amount of wear to work properly. And always put the new tires on the rear so you don’t fishtail in a turn. With all-wheel drive you should replace all four tires at the same time.

Schedule a tire inspection at Alaska Spring and Performance to see how much life is left in your van tires and seek the help of a professional when choosing new shoes for your vehicle.

Give us a call

Alaska Spring and Performance
907-563-3802
600 E 48th Ave
Anchorage, AK 99503