Free Freight Contiguous USIf you’re like many car lovers, you’ll have heard your friends recommend Cooper tires. They are well-made and durable. Oftentimes they run smoother and more quietly than similar models offered by other tire makers. It is also possible to find them at on sale or in package deals that make them extremely affordable, given the […]
Category Archives: Purchasing Tires
Are Expensive Tires Worth the Extra Cost?
Whether or not you’ve prepared to buy new tires for your car, the price of new tires will likely come as a shock. Really, it should be too much of a surprise, because we know tires wear out, just like brakes and engine oil wear out, but they take so long to wear out that […]
Which tire manufactures still make whitewall tires?
There’s something about really appealing about vintage goods- they just never lose that enduring quality over time. One piece of vintage history that still retain that timeless appeal are American Classic Whitewall tires. Whitewall tires were once the standard for car tires in the early to mid 1900’s. In fact, the first automobile tires were […]
Online Tire Dealers
The Internet really is the ultimate one-stop shop. There you can find everything you need; from clothes to toys to books and even groceries. While many of the traditional brick and mortar stores have complained about online retailers driving prices down and them out of business, it has been a great asset for consumers. Even […]
Are New Tires a Good Gift Idea?
What makes a good gift? Almost everyone knows what a bad gift is, something that shows you didn’t put much thought into the relationship and needs of the people involved. Deciding on a good gift requires effort and a real understanding of what the receiver will appreciate and value from the giver. Are new tires […]
Why a Visit to the Performance Plus Tire Store Changed my Mind About Tire Shops
I have never been someone to show a strong interest in cars. Discussions about anything automotive-related have long bored me. Going into a tire or repair shop has always just been an errand to me. I have often associated tire shops with drab concrete walls and misery. So when my boyfriend had us stop by […]
History of Performance Plus Tire
Watch this video by Hank Feldman Performance Plus Tire owner from 2008 to learn about the long and winding history of Performance Plus Tire. Since then we have gone from strength to strength and we are now the premier tire shop in Long Beach serving the LA area. We also run a very successful eCommerce […]
Is Buying Tires Online Better?
Depending on what you drive, how you drive, and how much you drive, you might replace tires every one to five years, so buying tires isn’t something that you likely think about on a regular basis. Many drivers, in fact, don’t think about buying tires until they get a flat tire or their mechanic tells […]
Should You Finance Your Tire Purchase?
Car ownership is a costly affair, starting with car payments, auto insurance, regular maintenance, and repairs. On average, it costs about $9,000 per year to drive a car, but a recent AAA (American Automobile Association) study revealed about one-third of Americans aren’t prepared to pay for unexpected auto repairs. Additionally, many car owners simply don’t […]
How to Read a Tire
If you have ever attempted shopping for tires online or in a store, it doesn’t take long to realize it’s much more complex than just picking out the tire with the best warranty or the thickest tread. Finding the right tire for vehicle and your lifestyle may be accomplished with the help of a trained […]