Tire suggestions? - Toyota Yaris Forums

Goose · 06-07-2010, 11:58 PM

I've been reading old threads on tires, and wanted to collect opinions/suggestions on what to get.

I think my car's highway behavior will be improved by new tires. The way my car tramlines and seems to "wallow on its tires" drives me nuts. Rather than mess with my car's suspension (yet), I'm going to replace the crappy OEM Goodyears. I'm going to stick with the stock steelies and keep the same 185/60 R15 size.

My primary interest is getting crisp steering response, followed by good all-weather (ie snow) performance. I don't necessarily need super-long tread life. I'm trying to avoid a tire with soft sidewalls, since I think this would cause the wallowing/tramlining I'm getting with the Goodyear's (does this sound right?).

I assume that Michelin Harmony's are still the favorite all-around choice. The TireRack reviews are also good for the General Altimax HP's, Pirelli P4's and Yokohama AVID touring's.

Those that have experience with these tires, can you share your experiences?

06-07-2010, 11:58 PM	#1
Goose Car Geek Drives: Yaris Liftback Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Ohio cornfields Posts: 213	Tire suggestions? I've been reading old threads on tires, and wanted to collect opinions/suggestions on what to get. I think my car's highway behavior will be improved by new tires. The way my car tramlines and seems to "wallow on its tires" drives me nuts. Rather than mess with my car's suspension (yet), I'm going to replace the crappy OEM Goodyears. I'm going to stick with the stock steelies and keep the same 185/60 R15 size. My primary interest is getting crisp steering response, followed by good all-weather (ie snow) performance. I don't necessarily need super-long tread life. I'm trying to avoid a tire with soft sidewalls, since I think this would cause the wallowing/tramlining I'm getting with the Goodyear's (does this sound right?). I assume that Michelin Harmony's are still the favorite all-around choice. The TireRack reviews are also good for the General Altimax HP's, Pirelli P4's and Yokohama AVID touring's. Those that have experience with these tires, can you share your experiences? __________________ Kevin '07 Blazing Blue 5-speed liftback (sold) '08 Black auto liftback (sold) '09 Carmine Red auto 4-door liftback (sold)

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