Car owners must be prepared to handle extra expenses, such as car maintenance, repair, and replacement of parts, including the tires. The tires are one of the most used parts of the car and must be regularly replaced after driving for specific miles or if the tread seems worn off. With the cost of tires steadily increasing, one may wish to save money while buying new tires. Here are a few tips that can help.

Buy tires at the right time
Many tire manufacturers and retailers may offer promotions and discounts during October and April. This is because many consumers may want to replace their tires before a change in weather conditions. So, tire sales go up right before winter sets in October and before the rains begin in April. Therefore, these are the months when consumers can expect a lot of low prices on new tires.

Look out for deals and rebates
Manufacturers may not restrict sales to the beginning of winter or rain. Retailers offer discounts and rebates on various occasions throughout the year. For instance, a retailer might have an anniversary offer, during which they roll out different deals and discounts on new tires. Moreover, consumers can also take advantage of various sales that begin with the holiday season to save money while buying new tires.

Purchase the right tires
There are several types of tires available in the market. Some have the ability to withstand off-the-road conditions, while others have been designed simply to drive off on normal asphalt roads. The off-the-road tires are heavy-duty ones that generally cost more because their manufacturing process is also more expensive. On the other hand, the regular-use, normal tires will cost relatively less. Therefore, it is important that one buys a new tire based on one’s long-term requirements. One must avoid spending money on tires that are not needed or are not compatible with one’s car’s or driving habits.

Maintain the older tires
One of the ways to save money on new tires is to properly maintain the older ones. This will ensure that the older tires last longer, giving more value for the money spent on them. Also, this will ensure that one does not have to buy new tires more frequently over the long term. Some of the ways one can maintain their old tires include:

Routinely checking the tire pressure
Filling up the tires to the correct PSI
Avoiding potholes while driving
Regularly getting the tires rotated

Avoid paying for unnecessary stuff
Many retailers bundle up extra stuff on the purchase of new tires. For example, some retailers offer a “free” road hazard warranty. In most cases, this extra warranty covers accidental damage to tires due to a glass puncture or pothole blowout. This is quite different from the manufacturer’s warranty. However, this extra stuff may cost more, adding to the overall high price of the tires.

Always negotiate the price
Most big box retailers refuse to negotiate on the price, but one can take a chance with dedicated tire retailers. They may even match a price if a consumer shows them a lower price they have found somewhere else on the same type of tires. Negotiating may end up saving at least 10% of the original cost, or sometimes, even more.