Good quality tires can be a pricey investment. If you have one damaged tire that needs replacing, you may not wish to replace the entire set, especially if the other tires are in good condition. In many cases, tire repair shops recommend changing the entire set of tires, since only changing one tire can potentially cause driving and safety problems due to different treads.
However, in some instances, your tire repair shop can shave the new tire down to match the tread of the other three. You may also be able to replace only two tires, instead of four. As the front and back wheels wear down at different rates, you could potentially get away with changing out two tires only. For example, if one of your back tires is damaged, you can get two new tires for the back.
It is important to note that when replacing only one or two tires, you should purchase the same size and model as the remaining tires. Different manufacturers and tire models have different tread and traction, which can cause problems if tires are mismatched.
The best way to find out whether you can only replace one tire or should replace the entire set is to speak with a tire store and get advice. Our qualified and experienced tire technicians at Good Guys Tires & Auto Repair can look at your tires and if possible, recommend affordable alternatives to replacing all four tires.