Car tires, the primary interface between a car and the road, are also a major source of frustration and fear for drivers. For businesses with a fleet of cars, tires are a major expense as they'll try to replace tires long before they need to be replaced. According to Brandon Gaille, business customers contribute 22% to the car repair industry revenue. Whether you're a business customer or an individual consumer, which tires are best for your vehicle? Keep reading to find out.

Passenger Cars: The All-Weather Radial Is King of the Mountain

The most common and popular tire is the all-weather radial. Modern all-weather radial tires are truly functional in all weather conditions. This is a change from even as recently as the year 2000 when all-weather tires were mediocre in all weather conditions. They were far less functional in the summer than summer tires and much more slippery in the winter than winter tires.

Modern all-weather tires are a strong choice for an owner that doesn't want to make guesses, educated or otherwise, about when they want to change their tires in the spring and fall.

Commercial Vehicles: Maximize Fuel Economy, Minimize Wear

Commercial vehicle tire tread requirements will always vary based on mission and usage profile. For over-the-road commercial vehicles, a rib-type tread, where the tread travels in a straight line parallel to the centerline of the tire, is always going to be the most efficient. Rib treads are smooth, rolling with little resistance over pavement, and do not transmit vibrations of their own to passengers or cargo inside. This makes them the best choice for delivery vehicles that never have to worry about leaving the safety of the dry pavement.

For utility vehicles that may have to travel off-road, lug-treaded tires are ideal. These tires, with blocks and grooves across the tread, have the traction and aggressiveness their owners need to cross multiple types of terrain with the confidence that they'll be able to get where they're going safely. Lug treads are typically used on drivetrain axles with simpler rib treads used on steering axles.

If you've been worrying about the next tires you plan to buy for your vehicle or fleet, talk to your closest tire dealer about your concerns. Fleet management is a big job, and so is just managing your car. Contact Franks Tire & Automotive today to learn more about our tire options and services.